Complete Guide to Exporting an Excel Sheet Using ClosedXML Library

ClosedXML is a popular .NET library that allows you to create, manipulate, and export Excel files without requiring Microsoft Excel to be installed. It provides a simple and intuitive API for working with Excel files. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to export an Excel sheet using the ClosedXML library.

ClosedXML Library

Prerequisites

1. Visual Studio: Install Visual Studio (Community, Professional, or Enterprise edition).
2. .NET Framework or .NET Core: Ensure you have the appropriate .NET version installed.
3. ClosedXML Library: Install the ClosedXML NuGet package.

Step 1: Install ClosedXML Library

1. Open your project in Visual Studio.
2. Go to Tools > NuGet Package Manager > Manage NuGet Packages for Solution.
3. Search for ClosedXML in the NuGet Package Manager.
4. Select the package and click Install.

Alternatively, you can install it via the Package Manager Console:

Install-Package ClosedXML

Step 2: Create a New Excel Workbook