Why Choose Withdata FileToDB?
Compare manual conversion vs. FileToDB - see the difference in efficiency and accuracy
| Feature | Manual/Programming Conversion | Withdata FileToDB |
|---|---|---|
| Batch Processing | ❌ Single file only (script required) | ✅ 1000+ files in one click |
| Learning Curve | ❌ Requires Excel/DBF knowledge | ✅ Zero coding, visual operation |
| Excel Format Support | ❌ Basic xlsx only (format loss) | ✅ xlsx/xls/csv |
| DBF Version Compatibility | ❌ Only dBase III (error-prone) | ✅ dBase III/IV/V/Visual FoxPro |
| Data Format Preservation | ❌ Lose numbers/dates | ✅ 1:1 preserve all data attributes |
| Encoding Fix | ❌ Manual repair (time-consuming) | ✅ Auto-detect & fix garbled characters |
Powerful Features
Everything you need to convert Excel to DBF accurately and efficiently
Multi-Format Compatibility
- Support Excel formats: .xlsx, .xls, .csv
- Output DBF versions: dBase III, IV, V, Visual FoxPro, FoxBASE
- Preserve all cell types: numbers, text, dates
Batch & High-Speed Processing
- Batch convert entire folders (including subfolders)
- Schedule automatic conversion tasks
- Process 100 files in < 1 minute (3s per file average)
Data Quality Assurance
- Auto-detect & fix encoding issues (GBK/UTF-8/ANSI)
- 1:1 preservation of column width and date formats
- Precise numeric value conversion (no rounding errors)
User-Friendly Operation
- Visual configuration (no command line required)
- Drag-and-drop field mapping (Excel → DBF)
- Save custom conversion templates for reuse
- Detailed conversion logs with error tracking
Cross-Platform Support
- Windows 10/11/Server (32/64 bit)
- macOS 10.15+ (Catalina and above)
- No additional software installation required
- Low system resource consumption
Reliable & Secure
- 100% local processing (no data upload)
- Regular updates for format compatibility
- Email technical support
Three Flexible Excel to DBF Import Modes
Choose the right import method to match your data management needs
Single Excel to DBF
Convert a single Excel file (xlsx/xls/csv) to a single DBF table with full format preservation. Ideal for individual file conversion with precise control over field mapping and data formatting.
Multiple Excel to Single DBF Table
Import data from multiple Excel files into one unified DBF table. Merge data from different Excel sheets/files into a single dataset while maintaining data consistency and avoiding duplicates.
Bulk Excel to DBF Tables
Batch import hundreds of Excel files into corresponding DBF tables in one operation. Automatically create DBF tables for each Excel file, preserve folder structure, and support recursive folder scanning.
3 Simple Steps to Convert Excel to DBF
Complete the conversion process in minutes, no technical skills required
Choose Excel Files
Select single/multiple Excel files or entire folders. Support recursive folder scanning for batch processing.
Configure Conversion Rules
Choose output DBF path, map Excel columns to DBF fields as needed.
One-Click Conversion
Click "Import" button, track real-time progress, view converted DBF data after completion.
Watch Demo Video
See how easy it is to convert Excel to DBF with Withdata FileToDB
Excel to DBF Conversion Demo (45 Seconds)
Try It Yourself - Free Download
Note: This demo video shows the basic conversion process. The actual software has more advanced features like batch processing and encoding fix.
What Our Users Say
Real feedback from users who use FileToDB for Excel to DBF conversion
"We process hundreds of Excel reports monthly that need to be converted to DBF for our warehouse management system. FileToDB has reduced our conversion time from 8 hours to 15 minutes - a huge time saver!"
"The encoding fix feature solved our long-standing problem with Chinese character garbling in DBF files. Finally, a tool that handles non-English characters correctly without manual intervention."
"As a government agency, we needed to convert legacy Excel data to DBF for archival purposes. FileToDB preserved all formatting and data accuracy, and the batch processing made the project feasible within our timeline."
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about Excel to DBF conversion
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