How to Convert CSV to Excel File Easily

A verified list usually comes back as CSV. To filter, sort and share it, open it in Excel properly.

The safe way: import, do not double-click

Double-clicking a CSV can merge columns or break accented characters. Importing gives you control.

1. In Excel choose Data, From Text/CSV.
2. Select the file.
3. Set the file origin to UTF-8 so special characters display correctly.
4. Confirm the delimiter (comma or semicolon) in the preview.
5. Click Load.

Save as a workbook

Choose File, Save As and pick Excel Workbook (*.xlsx). Now filters, colours and formulas are kept.

Useful next steps

• Turn on filters and sort by status.
• Keep only valid addresses in one sheet and risky ones in another.
• Use Remove Duplicates as a last check.

Google Sheets alternative

Upload the file to Drive and open it with Sheets, or use File, Import. Both read UTF-8 correctly.