How Do I Import an Excel File in an Excel Sheet?

You can import an Excel file into another Excel sheet using the Get External Data feature. This allows you to bring data from another file into your current worksheet, either as a linked connection or a copy of the data.

Here's how to do it:

Steps to Import an Excel File:

1. Open the Excel sheet where you want to import the data.
2. Go to the Data tab in the ribbon.
3. Click on Get External Data > From File.
4. Choose Excel from the list of file types.
5. Browse to locate the Excel file you want to import.
6. Select the range of data or the entire sheet you want to import.
7. Choose whether to link the data or copy it.
8. Click OK to complete the import process.

Importing Data as a Linked Connection:

• When you link data, any changes made to the original file will be reflected in the imported data.
• This is useful for keeping data synchronized between files.

Importing Data as a Copy:

• When you copy data, the imported data becomes a separate copy of the original data.
• Changes made to the original file will not affect the imported copy.

Practical Insights:

• You can use the Import Data wizard to customize how the data is imported.
• You can format the imported data to match the style of your current sheet.
• You can use the Data Validation feature to ensure the imported data meets specific criteria.