How to Convert Files in SharePoint

How to Convert Files in SharePoint

File Converter for SharePoint lets you convert files directly from a SharePoint document library, so you can change formats without downloading the file or using an external conversion service.

File Converter for SharePoint showing conversion options inside a SharePoint document library

Select a file and click Convert

Go to your SharePoint document library, select the file you want to convert, and click Convert in the command bar.

Choose the target format

The add-in supports image, video, audio, spreadsheet, and document conversions. Pick the output format you want and confirm the conversion.

Choose where to save the converted file

You can save the result back to the current SharePoint folder, browse to a different folder, or download the converted file to your computer.

File Converter for SharePoint previewing source and output formats before conversion

Common conversion examples

Why convert inside SharePoint

All processing happens in the browser, which means the workflow stays inside SharePoint and your files do not need to be uploaded to a third-party site.

Need help?

If a conversion fails, email product@1990quebec.com with the source format, target format, approximate file size, and the error message if one appears.