How to Convert XLTm Files to CSV Using GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET

Introduction

Converting Excel Macro-Enabled Template files (XLTm) into a versatile format like CSV can significantly streamline your data analysis, system integrations, or spreadsheet management. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of converting XLTm to CSV using GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET.

What You’ll Learn:

• The basics of converting XLTm files to CSV format.
• How to set up and configure the GroupDocs.Conversion library.
• Step-by-step implementation guidance with code snippets.
• Practical applications and performance considerations.
• Troubleshooting tips for common issues.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following in place:

• Libraries and Dependencies: Install GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET. We’ll cover installation steps shortly.
• Environment Setup: This tutorial assumes a .NET environment (either .NET Framework or .NET Core/5+).
• Knowledge Prerequisites: Familiarity with C# programming and basic file operations will be beneficial.

Setting Up GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET

To use GroupDocs.Conversion, you need to install it in your project. Here’s how:

NuGet Package Manager Console

Install-Package GroupDocs.Conversion -Version 25.3.0

.NET CLI

dotnet add package GroupDocs.Conversion --version 25.3.0

License Acquisition

You can start by obtaining a free trial to explore the library’s capabilities. If you’re satisfied, consider purchasing a license or acquiring a temporary one for extended use.

Basic Initialization and Setup

To initialize GroupDocs.Conversion in your C# project, follow these steps:

using System.IO;
using GroupDocs.Conversion;
using GroupDocs.Conversion.Options.Convert;

// Initialize the converter with an XLTm file path
class Program
{
    static void Main()
    {
        var converter = new Converter("path/to/your/file.xltm");

        // Define conversion options for CSV format
        var options = new SpreadsheetConvertOptions { Format = SpreadsheetFileType.Csv };

        // Convert and save the output as a CSV file
        converter.Convert("output/path/xltm-converted-to.csv\