How to Convert a TDMS File to an Excel File Using LabVIEW

Updated Dec 15, 2025

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  • LabVIEW

Issue Details

I have a TDMS file and I want to convert it to an Excel file.  I want the file extension to be .xlsx (Excel format) without the need to open Microsoft Excel®. 

Solution

  1. Install the OpenG Library. If you have issues with downloading or installing the add-on, take a look at the steps in this article covering how to Download & Manage LabVIEW Add-ons with VI Package Manager (VIPM).
  2. Install the TDM Excel Add-In.
  3. Download the VI via this Example page.
  4. Open the VI with LabVIEW.  Give the VI the file path for your TDMS file and run it to convert the file to Excel format.

Additional Information

If there is an issue with the conversion or with opening a TDMS file with Excel after installing the TDM Excel Add-In, please take a look at the following articles to troubleshoot this issue:


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