How to Use Excel Interop in C# Alternatively

Name: IronXL
Brand: Iron Software
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ByRegan Pun

August 31, 2024

Updated June 22, 2025

In this tutorial, we explore using IronXL to access Excel files without relying on interop. The process begins by loading an Excel file into a workbook object, demonstrated with a sample file named 'sample.xlsx'. The tutorial focuses on accessing a specific worksheet, titled '2022 budget', using the GetWorkSheet method. This allows users to interact directly with the data within the selected worksheet.

The tutorial concludes by running the program to display all extracted values, highlighting IronXL's capabilities for Excel data handling. Viewers are encouraged to like, subscribe, and explore the software via a provided link.

Further Reading: C# Excel Interop Workaround

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Regan graduated from the University of Reading, with a BA in Electronic Engineering. Before joining Iron Software, his previous job roles had him laser-focused on single tasks; and what he most enjoys at Iron Software is the spectrum of work he gets to undertake, whether it’s adding value to sales, technical support, product development or marketing. He enjoys understanding the way developers are using the Iron Software library, and using that knowledge to continually improve documentation and develop the products.

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