dhtmlxSpreadsheet is an open source spreadsheet widget written in JavaScript and PHP that allows you to quickly add an Excel-like, editable data table on a web page. It is also available as a plugin for WP, Joomla, etc.
If you need to display data in a table and put it on the web for sharing or further editing, you might consider using online spreadsheet services. However, what if you want to keep the data on your own server? With dhtmlxSpreadsheet, you can store the data on your side and show it in a Ajax-based spreadsheet that can be accessed in edit or read-only mode.
Since version 2.0, the spreadsheet supports undo/redo features, cell validation, block selection, etc.
dhtmlxSpreadsheet is based on our dhtmlxGrid JavaScript component and supports the most essential features for displaying and formatting tabular data. Offering the basic Excel-like functionality, it allows you to embed a simple spreadsheet anywhere on a web page and work with the tabular data in a familiar way.
Adding a spreadsheet on a page can't be easier. dhtmlxSpreadsheet comes with an installer that helps you configure database settings and create a necessary database structure.
When the database is configured, all you need is to add just one line of code, for example:
<script src="/img/spacer.gif"> This code generates dhtmlxSpreadsheet on a web page, and you get a nice-looking table view to organize your data. You can fill in and edit your spreadsheets online right in the browser. While you enjoy the desktop-like user experience, dhtmlxSpreadsheet saves all your changes to the server side and updates the database on the fly.Basic Cell Formatting and Math Functions
With basic formatting capabilities of dhtmlxSpreadsheet, you can change text color, cell background, set text align, rename column headings, etc. Once resized, columns will preserve their state even if you leave the page and visit it later. You can also make your spreadsheets read-only for other users.
dhtmlxSpreadsheet supports a large set of functions allowing the user to perform different mathematical operations on cell contents. The server-side impementation ensures accurate and precise mathematical calculations, which can be applied to a cell or group of cells. Version 2.0 also supports absolute references in formulas (e.g. $A$1).
Export to PDF and Excel
dhtmlxSpreadsheet has built-in export to PDF and Excel feature, so you can quickly convert your spreadsheet into necessary format and print it. You can also use Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V to copy and paste a cell or selected block of cells from dhtmlxSpreadsheet to the Excel document, and vice-versa.
Plugins for WordPress, Joomla, ModX, and Drupal
To facilitate the integration of dhtmlxSpreadsheet with CMS platforms, we offer ready-to-use plugins for Joomla!, WordPress, Drupal, and ModX. Use the plugins to add a great looking spreadsheet on your website and configure user rights for editing spreadsheet records.
dhtmlxSpreadsheet offers a simple web-based solution to organize data in a cross-browser, Excel-like table. Share your spreadsheets with users, colleagues, or friends for reading or editing!Editions and Licenses
dhtmlxSpreadsheet is available in the Standard Edition only. It is distributed under the following licenses:
Open Source - GPL - Allows the use of dhtmlxSpreadsheet in GPL-ed projects for free. Download
Commercial License ($149) - Allows you to use dhtmlxSpreadsheet in one non-GPL project (application) with an unlimited number of copies. With this license, you receive 1 month of technical support (or 5 support requests within 12 months). Buy it
Enterprise License ($449) - Allows you to use dhtmlxSpreadsheet in an unlimited number of non-GPL projects on the condition that all of them are developed by one company. Free support/upgrades are provided for the first 12 months. Buy it
The package contains sources and compressed files, as well as the documentation and samples of implementation.
Edition and license details