How to Insert an Excel File into Another Excel File

Sometimes, we may deal with a lot of data in our worksheets. So it became very hard to maintain one worksheet for all the data. Maintaining two or more worksheets can meet our necessity. Inserting an Excel file into another is an easy task to do. In this article, we have discussed how to insert an Excel file into another Excel file. So, let’s get started.


How to Insert an Excel File into Another Excel File: with Easy Steps

Let’s introduce the two separate Excel files first. Here we have taken one Excel file of Sales of January of the Sales Rep.

Dataset1

In the other Excel file, we have taken a dataset of Sales for February for the Sales Rep.

Dataset2

Not to mention, we have used the Microsoft 365 version. You can use any other version according to your preference.

Now, let’s grasp the 3 simple steps to insert an Excel file into another Excel file.


Step 1: Use the Insert Tab

  • First of all, select a random cell where you can put an Excel file to your current Excel file.
  • Secondly, move to the Insert tab >> click on the drop-down option of the Text command >> pick Object from the options.

Use the Insert Tab to insert an excel file into another excel file

Read More: How to Attach Documents in Excel


Step 2: Apply the Object Command

  • An Object dialog box pops up. Then select Create from File option and pick Browse.

Apply the Object Command to insert an excel file into another excel file

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Step 3: Insert Excel File

  • Consequently, your folder opens. Now, pick the exact Excel file that you want to input in the current Excel file. Click on Insert.

Insert Excel File to another excel file

  • The file is now created in the Object window. Hit OK.

Object window to insert an excel file into another excel file

Finally, you have added your Excel file to the current Excel file!

Place anywhere on the sheet that seems suitable for you. See the below image to get a proper idea.

Insert excel file into another excel file


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Conclusion

That’s all about today’s session. Please let us know in the comments section if you have any questions or suggestions. For a better understanding please download the practice sheet. For any further queries, comment below.


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Fahim Shahriyar Dipto is a graduate of Mechanical Engineering at BUET. With over 1.5 years of experience at Exceldemy, he authored 70+ articles on ExcelDemy. He has expertise in designing worksheets at You’ve Got This Math. Currently, He is a Team Leader at Brainor. Dipto's passion extends to exploring various aspects of Excel. Beyond tech, he enjoys creating engaging kids' worksheets using Illustrator. A dedicated employee and innovative content developer, He incorporates a commitment to academic excellence and... Read Full Bio

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