XLS2XForm is a tool to simplify the creation of forms. Forms can be designed with Excel and XLS2XForm will convert it to a XForm that can be used with ODK tools.

Using the Application

1. Please read all the instructions and notes before beginning.
2. Design your form using the XLS2XForm form design help or try the sample Excel file.
3. Choose your .xls file and submit it for conversion.


4. A Download XForm button will appear below if the conversion is successful.

Useful Notes

• Forms do not have to be uploaded to Aggregate before they are used. They can be manually added to Collect. Simply place them in the /odk/forms folder on your Android device’s SD card.
• For a simpler, more user friendly form designer, try Build. For more powerful form designers, try Vellum, Kobo, or PurcForms. We also have sample forms and design guidelines if you wish to design forms manually.