View or Update XLS Metadata Online or Update via Java
Develop powerful Java based XLS document metadata management utility application. Code listed for adding and modifying XLS file metadata through Java.
View or Update XLS Metadata Online
- Import XLS file by uploading it.
- Do it by clicking inside the drop area via drag and drop of metadata app.
- Depending on the size of XLS file and internet speed wait for few seconds.
- Same page will display metadata.
- Edit the properties as of your choice.
- Save the document.
- Download the file instantly.
Manage XLS Properties via Java
- Add Java library reference into project
- Load XLS file using Workbook class.
- Get all custom properties via getBuiltInDocumentProperties()
- Use relevant set method to update a property such as setLanguage
- Call the save() method to save the updated XLS document.
Java Code: Update XLS Metadata
Java Code: Add XLS Custom Properties
Develop XLS Metadata Management Application via Java
Need to develop a XLS Metadata management app or utility? With
Aspose.Cells for Java
a child API of
Aspose.Total for Java
, any Java developer can integrate the above API code within its document metadata application. Powerful Java library allows programming any document metadata solution. Moreover it can support many popular formats including XLS format.
Java Utility to Manage XLS Metadata
There are alternative options to install “
Aspose.Cells for Java
” or “
Aspose.Total for Java
” onto your system. Our Java package is designed to be cross-platform, compatible with JVM implementations on various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS. Please choose one that resembles your needs and follow the step-by-step instructions:
- Install Aspose.Cells for Java
- Or from Maven
- Step by Step Instructions
System Requirements
- J2SE 6.0 (1.6)
- J2SE 7.0 (1.7) or above
For details please refer to [Product Documentation](https://docs.aspose.com/cells/java/system-requirements/#optional-dependencies).
Accessing and managing metadata in legacy XLS files using APIs in Java applications helps modernize historical spreadsheet archives while preserving critical information. Programmatic handling ensures alignment with modern data policies and transparent audit trails.
Key Use Cases:
- Migrate historical spreadsheets with full metadata integrity.
- Audit document history for finance teams and regulatory reviews.
- Align outdated XLS files with current governance standards.
Automation Scenarios:
- Extract legacy metadata at scale for centralized archiving.
- Tag files during XLS-to-XLSX format conversions.
- Use AI to reclassify legacy spreadsheets for modern workflows.
FAQs
- Can I use above Java code in my application?Yes, you are welcome to download this code and utilize it for the purpose of developing Java-based document metadata application. This code can serve as a valuable resource to enhance the functionality and capabilities of your projects in the domain of backend document processing and manipulation.
- Is this online document metadata app work only on Windows?You have the flexibility to initiate document metadata management at any device, irrespective of the operating system it runs on, whether it be Windows, Linux, Mac OS, or Android. All that's required is a contemporary web browser and an active internet connection.
- Is it safe to use the online app to manage XLS document properties?Of course! The output files generated through our service will be securely and automatically removed from our servers within a 24-hour timeframe. As a result, the display links associated with these files will cease to be functional after this period.
- What browser should to use App?You can use any modern web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari for online XLS document properties management. However, if you're developing a desktop application, we recommend using the Aspose.Total document processing API for efficient management.