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Using ODBC

This option offers a standardized and widely supported method for connecting various applications to databases. As a result, it ensurs compatibility across diverse data sources. In the following sections you find guides to connect to different Microsoft Office versions.

Microsoft Office 365

To connect to a datasheet in Office 365, follow the steps below:

1. Select the the cells to use as data.
2. Access Formulas → Define Name.
3. Select Define Name.
4. Define a name for the selection. The Excel file will be ready to use. 

Microsoft Office 2007

To connect to a datasheet in Office 2007, follow the steps below:

1. Select the the cells to use as data.
2. Right click the selection and choose Name a Range.
3. Define a name for the selection. The Excel file will be ready to use.

Microsoft Office 2003

To connect to a datasheet in Office 2003, follow the steps below:

1. Select the the cells to use as data.
2. Access Insert → Name.
3. Select Define.
4. Define a name for the selection. The Excel file will be ready to use.

ODBC Microsoft Excel Driver

The ODBC Microsoft Excel Driver provides a dedicated driver for Excel to ensure optimal performance and seamless integration. To connect using this method, follow the steps below:

1. In the platform, access Datasets → DBs.
2. Click the plus icon.
3. Fill in the Name field
4. In the Provider field, select Odbc Data Provider.
5. Choose Microsoft Excel Database in the Database field. 
6. Click OK
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7. After returning to the data grid, click the Connection String column related to the newly created row.
8. Enter the path to the file in the Dbq field. Use the Test button to ensure the connection is correctly configured.
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ODBC With A DSN

Using ODBC with a DSN allows for centralized management and easier maintenance of data source connections, simplifying the configuration process. To connect using this method, follow the steps below.

1. Access your computer's Control Panel and search for ODBC Data Source Administrator.
2. In the "ODBC Data Source Administrator" window, click Add.
3. Select Microsoft Excel Driver (*.xls).
4. Click Select Workbook and choose the Excel file that was previously created.
5. Name the Data Source, For example excelDatasource (. For Write access, uncheck the Read Only checkbox).
   
6. Now back in Back into the platform, access Datasets → DBs.
7. When creating Create a new DB choose choosing ODBC Data Provider as Provider. For Database,select ODBC using DSN.
8. Click Ok OK.
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9. In After returning to the data grid, click the Connection String column of related to the newly created row.
10. Enter the DSN (Data Source Name) in the DSN field.

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