A CSV file (Comma Separated Values) is a common file format that lets you store and move your data in different systems or tools. For example, if you use Google Sheets or Excel, you may need to move your spreadsheets into different systems depending on your browser, Mac or Windows PC.
By opening and saving files as CSVs in Google Sheets, you can review and update spreadsheet information across systems.
How to open a CSV file in Google Sheets
1. Upload the Excel or CSV file
Save the CSV or excel file to your computer. Then upload it to Google drive by dragging the icon or clicking "New" and then "File Upload."
2. Double-click the CSV file
Once it's in your Drive folder, open up the CSV by double-clicking it.
3. Click "File"
Once you're in your spreadsheet, click "File" in the top menu.
4. Click "Save as Google Sheets"
Your Google Sheet will open up a new tab with the data saved as a Google Sheet.
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