To extract columns from Excel, choose the file, type the columns to keep (header names like Name, Email or numbers like 1, 4) and select Extract columns. The new file contains only those columns, in the order you listed them.
How to use the Column Extractor
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Choose the file
XLSX, XLS or CSV.
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List the columns
Names (not case-sensitive) or 1-based numbers.
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Extract and download
XLSX or CSV output.
How it works
Uploaded over HTTPS, processed on our server and deleted automatically within an hour.
Features
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Names or numbers
Mix both in one list.
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Reorder columns
Output follows your order.
Privacy and file handling
- Where it runs
- Processed on our server
- Retention
- Uploaded and converted files are deleted automatically within 1 hour(s).
- File size limit
- 5 MB per file
- Cost
- Server mode: 3 free a day, then 1 credit(s) each.
Files are uploaded over HTTPS, processed on our server, and automatically deleted within 1 hour(s).
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the column order?
Yes — the extracted file uses the order you type.
What if a column name isn’t found?
Missing names are skipped; if none match you’ll see an error listing how to refer to columns.
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