# How to Import an Excel File into Cascade

Importing an Excel file is a straightforward process, made effortless with the [Import File](https://docs.cascade.io/cascade/tools/import/import_file) tool. To begin, simply locate the [Import File](https://docs.cascade.io/cascade/tools/import/import_file) tool and follow the prompt instructions in the tool configuration. This will lead you through navigating and analyzing the various worksheets, while allowing you to consolidate data from multiple sheets into one unified table. With a few clicks of a button, you'll be well on your way to unlocking the power of your spreadsheet!

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### Step 1

Start by dragging and dropping the [Import File](https://docs.cascade.io/cascade/tools/import/import_file) tool onto the Canvas.

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2FPhdV5yn7bdh3dvFhijFi%2Fupload-excel-file-1.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=5505ee5f-ea2a-4594-8f83-750f41792dd6" alt=""><figcaption><p>Drag and drop Import File tool.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Step 2

Double-clicking on the [Import File](https://docs.cascade.io/cascade/tools/import/import_file) tool you added to the canvas will open the tool configuration.

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2FqQ2ILE8CgbE3wbQzmR21%2Fupload-excel-file-2.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=95e910ef-4518-4a4b-ad2f-063c86a7706d" alt=""><figcaption><p>Open the tool configuration.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Step 3

Once you've chosen the files you want to add to your workflow, click Upload.

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2FA1VhlHItgg2fkVdSPNbg%2Fupload-excel-file-3a.png?alt=media&#x26;token=9a5ee3f4-9ab0-4610-bea6-d8de079440a6" alt=""><figcaption><p>Select an Excel file to upload.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Step 4

Click Upload when you have selected the files you want to add to your workflow.

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2Fm1iKIVohIaMkPLfwrz2F%2Fupload-excel-file-4.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=494ffd2f-649b-470c-bc3b-96f36679d312" alt=""><figcaption><p>Click Upload and wait for the Excel file to upload to Cascade.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Step 5

Explore your worksheets in the Excel workbook, or take advantage of the 'Append Sheets' function to join them all together for a single table. Finally, click Save to complete the process.

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2FdmMMLqH6N6EW4oa9INrA%2Fupload-excel-file-5.png?alt=media&#x26;token=f946f132-ec10-4518-b9c8-ae4cac70e043" alt=""><figcaption><p>Make any necessary configurations to the data.</p></figcaption></figure>

### Step 6

Create an awe-inspiring workflow using the output nodes available on the [Import File](https://docs.cascade.io/cascade/tools/import/import_file) tool!

<figure><img src="https://2577551913-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MW_FvcY52Jcyt8JHFGs%2Fuploads%2FBXd72IBMVn8hrsDxFZzm%2Fupload-excel-file-6.png?alt=media&#x26;token=9c5c7ced-0fd9-4492-9eb3-323a148753f4" alt=""><figcaption><p>Build your workflow from your Import File tool.</p></figcaption></figure>