Overview
This article explains how to convert Excel (XLSX) files to PDF format using the GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode Document Conversion Plugin for .NET. GroupDocs Document Conversion Plugins are lightweight, single-purpose tools that make file conversion simple and efficient for .NET developers.
About Document Conversion Plugins
GroupDocs Document Conversion Plugins are built on our enterprise-grade GroupDocs.Conversion SDK. These plugins support converting PDF, Word, and Excel files, and are designed for cross-platform use on Windows, macOS, and Linux under .NET 6+. Each plugin offers a lightweight, fixed-price solution for a specific conversion (e.g., XLSX → PDF), making them ideal for developers who need a simple, focused tool.
Why Convert XLSX to PDF?
Exporting Excel spreadsheets to PDF ensures:
- Cross-platform document sharing
- Consistent print layout and margins
- Preservation of tabular formatting and charts
Prerequisites
- .NET 6.0 or later
- A valid license file (
GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic) - Source XLSX file to convert
Installation
To install the GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode package, run the following command in your terminal:
dotnet add package GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode
Code Example
The following example demonstrates how to convert a DOCX file to PDF in C#:
using GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode;
// Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic");
// Create a converter for XLSX
var converter = new XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx");
// Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf");
VB.NET Example
IImports GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode
' Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic")
' Create a converter for XLSX
Dim converter As New XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx")
' Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf")
F# Example
open GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode
// Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic")
// Create a converter
let converter = new XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx")
// Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf")
Output
The resulting PDF will be saved to the specified path (e.g., output.pdf). The converted file maintains layout, formatting, and structure from the original Word document.
Licensing
A valid license is required to use the API without evaluation limitations. You can obtain a free temporary license for testing: