Convert XLS (Excel) to UOS

The XLS file extension, short for "Excel Spreadsheet", is a legacy format used by Microsoft Excel for storing spreadsheet data. Introduced with Excel 2.0 in 1987, it was the primary format until the introduction of XLSX in 2007. XLS files contain data organized in rows and columns, supporting formulas, macros, and various formatting options, making them essential for data analysis and financial reporting. Despite being replaced by the more robust and secure XLSX format, XLS files remain widely used in many legacy systems and applications.

The UOS (Uniform Office Spreadsheet) file extension is used for spreadsheets created in the Uniform Office Format (UOF), a Chinese-developed open standard for office productivity applications. Introduced in 2007, UOS files save data using XML and compression, making them similar to but not compatible with Microsoft Office Open XML and OASIS OpenDocument formats. These files can be opened by applications like OpenOffice Calc.