How to Convert an Excel File to a CSV

Guide for converting a census file to a CSV file format

1. In your Excel spreadsheet, click File.
2. Click Save As.
3. Choose the folder where you want to store your file.
4. Select "CSV" from the "File Format" drop-down menu.
5. Click Save.

Note that your screen may look different depending on the version of Excel you are using.

File drop-down menu

File format menu