Easy Tech TutsHow to Embed Excel in Confluence Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Jumping to a separate tab to check a budget slows everyone down, and copy-pasted spreadsheets lose their formulas. This guide shows how to embed a live Microsoft Excel workbook directly inside a Confluence page in 2026.
01Open the file uploader
In edit mode, click your insertion point and type `/excel` or `/file` to deploy the media and Office upload block.
02Upload a local file
Click Upload to browse your system and drag your Excel workbook directly into the container.
03Or connect a cloud file
Paste a secure Microsoft 365 or OneDrive sharing URL to generate an interactive live card instead.
04Adjust the viewer
Click the embedded frame to set the viewport height, toggle gridlines, and select specific sheet tabs.
05Publish the page
Review your layout and click Publish to save your settings and go live.
Frequently asked questions
Will the embedded Excel file update when I edit the original?
Yes, when connected through OneDrive or SharePoint, the embedded view updates automatically when the cloud file changes.
Can I embed just one sheet from a multi-tab workbook?
Yes, the viewer settings let you select a default sheet tab to display.
Do I need to upload a file, or can I link to an existing one?
You can do either — upload a local .xlsx file directly, or paste a OneDrive or SharePoint link to render an existing cloud file.
Will embedding a large spreadsheet slow down my page?
The 2026 database architecture handles external spreadsheet streams so grids render smoothly without slowing text loading.
Watch the full walkthrough
The same steps, demonstrated on screen from start to finish.
