Install XlsxWriter in Python Step by Step

XlsxWriter is a Python module for creating Excel files. It supports formatting, charts, and more. This guide will help you install it easily.

Prerequisites

Before installing XlsxWriter, ensure you have Python installed. You can check by running python --version in your terminal.

 
python --version

Python 3.8.5

If Python is not installed, download it from the official website. Also, ensure pip is available. It usually comes with Python.

Install XlsxWriter Using pip

The easiest way to install XlsxWriter is using pip. Open your terminal or command prompt and run the following command.

 
pip install XlsxWriter

Successfully installed XlsxWriter-3.0.3

This will download and install the latest version of XlsxWriter. If you encounter a ModuleNotFoundError, check our guide on how to solve ModuleNotFoundError.

Verify the Installation

After installation, verify it by importing the module in Python. Open a Python shell and run the following code.

 
import xlsxwriter
print("XlsxWriter installed successfully!")

XlsxWriter installed successfully!

If no errors appear, XlsxWriter is installed correctly. You are ready to use it.

Create a Simple Excel File

Let's create a simple Excel file to test XlsxWriter. Copy the following code into a Python script.

 
import xlsxwriter

# Create a workbook and add a worksheet
workbook = xlsxwriter.Workbook('hello.xlsx')
worksheet = workbook.add_worksheet()

# Write data to the worksheet
worksheet.write('A1', 'Hello, XlsxWriter!')

# Close the workbook
workbook.close()

Run the script. It will generate a file named hello.xlsx in the same directory. Open it to see the result.

Common Issues and Fixes

If you face issues during installation, try these fixes. First, ensure pip is up to date.

 
pip install --upgrade pip

If you still face problems, use a virtual environment. It isolates your project dependencies.

 
python -m venv myenv
source myenv/bin/activate  # On Windows use `myenv\Scripts\activate`
pip install XlsxWriter

Conclusion

Installing XlsxWriter in Python is simple with pip. Follow the steps above to get started. Now you can create Excel files programmatically.

For more advanced features, check the official XlsxWriter documentation. Happy coding!