Merge XLAM Files

Introduction

In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to merge XLAM (Microsoft Excel Add-In) files. GroupDocs.Merger is a powerful document manipulation API that enables developers to work with various document formats programmatically. By leveraging this API, you can seamlessly combine multiple XLAM files into a single file, streamlining your document management processes.

Prerequisites

Before diving into this tutorial, ensure you have the following prerequisites in place:

• Visual Studio: Install Visual Studio IDE for .NET development.
• GroupDocs.Merger for .NET: Download and install the GroupDocs.Merger library. You can get it from here.
• Microsoft Excel: Make sure you have Microsoft Excel installed on your development machine.

Import Namespaces

First, include the necessary namespaces to access the GroupDocs.Merger functionality in your C# project.

using System; 
using GroupDocs.Merger;
using System.IO;

Now let’s break down the process of merging XLAM files into several manageable steps:

Step 1: Set Output Directory

Define the output directory where the merged XLAM file will be saved.

string outputFolder = "Your Output Directory";
string outputFile = Path.Combine(outputFolder, "merged.xlam");

Step 2: Load and Merge XLAM Files

Load the source XLAM file and add another XLAM file to merge.

using (var merger = new GroupDocs.Merger.Merger("Your Sample File"))
{
    merger.Join("Your Sample File");
    merger.Save(outputFile);
}

Step 3: Execute Merging Process

Execute the merging process and save the merged XLAM file to the specified output directory.

Console.WriteLine("\nXLAM files merge completed successfully. \nCheck output in {0}", outputFolder);

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we’ve learned how to merge XLAM files. By following these steps, you can efficiently combine multiple XLAM files into a single document, streamlining your document processing tasks.

FAQ’s

Q: Can GroupDocs.Merger handle other document formats besides XLAM?

Yes, GroupDocs.Merger supports a wide range of document formats, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and more.

Q: Is GroupDocs.Merger compatible with .NET Core?

Yes, GroupDocs.Merger is compatible with both .NET Framework and .NET Core.

Q: Does GroupDocs.Merger require a license to use?

Yes, a license is required for commercial usage. You can obtain a temporary license from here.

Q: Where can I find more resources and support for GroupDocs.Merger?

You can visit the GroupDocs.Merger documentation for detailed API tutorials and check out the GroupDocs forum for community support.

Q: Can I try GroupDocs.Merger before purchasing?

Yes, you can download a free trial version of GroupDocs.Merger from here.