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FODS to CSV

Anyfile converts a flat OpenDocument spreadsheet to a CSV file for free, right in your browser: the file is never uploaded.

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What changes from FODS to CSV

FormulasSaved as their results: CSV holds values only
FormattingLeft out
SheetsOne CSV per sheet; several come in a ZIP

When to use CSV: Moving tables between spreadsheets, databases and programs.

Options

Open the file in the spreadsheet editor to choose before downloading:

  • Just the sheet you’re on, or every sheet

The two formats

.fods

flat OpenDocument spreadsheetFlat OpenDocument Spreadsheet

An OpenDocument spreadsheet stored as one plain XML file rather than a zipped package. It takes more space on disk but is easy to read, diff and generate with scripts.

Spreadsheets kept in version control or produced by other programs.

Opens in LibreOffice Calc, any text editor (as XML)

About FODS files

.csv

CSV fileComma-Separated Values

Rows of plain text where each value is separated by a comma, as described in RFC 4180. It stores data only: no formulas, formatting or extra sheets.

Moving tables between spreadsheets, databases and programs.

Opens in Excel, Numbers, Google Sheets, LibreOffice, any text editor

About CSV files

Questions

How do I convert FODS to CSV?

Drop your FODS file on this page, or choose it. Anyfile converts it on your device in a moment and the CSV downloads straight away. To change it first, open it in the spreadsheet editor.

Is my FODS file uploaded anywhere?

No. The file is read and converted by your own browser, and nothing is sent to a server. You can check: open your browser’s developer tools, go to Network, and convert a file. No upload appears.

What happens to the other sheets?

Every sheet becomes its own CSV, together in a ZIP.

Can I convert several FODS files at once?

Yes. Drop them together and you get one ZIP with every CSV inside.