What are the methods of embedding a file in excel

July 26, 2022
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The method of embedding a file in Excel involves inserting the contents of one or more files into a worksheet in Excel. You can embed as many files as you need. Using the embed object method, which is accessible in both VBA and Macros, it is possible to accomplish this goal.

WPS Excel offers a variety of options for embedding a file in excel, each of which comes with its own set of perks as well as cons. This article will provide several examples of how to embed a file in Excel, as well as describe the many ways that may be used to accomplish this task.

WPS office embedding file in excel procedure: First method

1. Click inside of the cell of WPS spreadsheet where you want to embed the file.

2. Now go to the insert and click on object which will be on the right side of WPS spreadsheet.

3. After clicking the object you will shown up insert object window select the create from file option and then browse the file you want to embed to WPS spreadsheet.

4. Once you browse the file you want to embed, click on display as icon option and hit ok and your file will be embedded to WPS worksheet.

Embedding file in excel through link insertion: Second Method

1. Click inside of the cell of WPS spreadsheet where you want to embed the file.

2. Now go to the insert and click on object which will be on the right side of WPS spreadsheet.

3. After clicking the object you will show up insert object window select the create from file option and then browse the file you want to embed to WPS spreadsheet.

4. Once you browse the file you want to embed the link of file, Click the link to file checkbox option and hit ok and your file link will be embedded to WPS worksheet.

Embedding file in excel through object creation: Third Method

You are able to design an entirely new object that is based on another application without ever having to leave your spreadsheet. If you need a more in-depth explanation, you can add an embedded Word or PowerPoint document to your chart or table in Excel, for example. This will allow you to display additional information. You have the option of displaying your item directly within a worksheet, or you can add an icon to the worksheet that opens the corresponding file.

1. Click inside of the cell of WPS spreadsheet where you want to embed the file.

2. Now go to the insert and click on object which will be on the right side of WPS spreadsheet.

3. After clicking the object you will show up insert object window select the create new option and then select the program or application you want to embed to WPS spreadsheet. Once you select the application click on display as icon and hit ok to enjoy the function.

There are a few different methods of embedding a file in excel, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. In this article, we discussed the various methods of embedding a file in excel, as well as provided examples of how to do so. Overall, the best method for embedding a file in excel will vary depending on your needs.

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