Convert 123 SPREADSHEET to SLK

The 123 file extension is associated with Lotus 1-2-3, a spreadsheet program developed by Lotus Development Corporation and later acquired by IBM. Introduced in 1983, Lotus 1-2-3 was known for its three main capabilities: spreadsheets, charting, and basic database operations. The 123 format, introduced in 1997, replaced earlier formats like WK4 and was used to store data in rows and columns, supporting various functions and calculations. Although IBM discontinued Lotus 1-2-3 in 2013, the 123 file format remains a legacy format.

An SLK file, standing for Symbolic Link File, is a specialized file type used primarily in spreadsheet applications to facilitate data exchange. Originally introduced by Microsoft for its Multiplan spreadsheet program in the 1980s, the SLK format was later adopted by other spreadsheet software due to its simplicity and efficiency. These files are composed of ASCII text and include symbolic references to cells, allowing for easy parsing and manipulation of spreadsheet data. The primary use of SLK files is to enable seamless data transfer between different spreadsheet programs, ensuring compatibility and preserving the integrity of the data during exchange.