What is a named range in Excel?

A named range is a descriptive label assigned to a cell or range of cells, allowing you to use the name in formulas instead of standard cell references like A1:B10.

Can I update existing named ranges?

Yes, by enabling the 'Replace Existing Names' option, the tool will update any existing named ranges that match the names provided in your JSON input.

What does 'Normalize Formula-Safe Names' do?

It automatically adjusts your provided names to ensure they comply with Excel's naming conventions, such as removing invalid characters or spaces that could break formulas.

Is there a limit to how many ranges I can inject?

You can define as many ranges as needed within the JSON input, provided the file size remains within the upload limits.

Does this tool support multiple sheets?

Yes, you can specify the 'sheetName' for each named range in your JSON configuration to target specific locations within your workbook.

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XLSX Named Range Injector

Create or update workbook-level named ranges so formulas, validations, and reusable templates can reference stable Excel names

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What this tool helps you do

Inject reusable named ranges into Excel workbooks.

Batch-create or update workbook-level named ranges
Normalize names for formula-safe references
Replace or append ranges without manual Name Manager edits
Great for template packs, dropdown sources, and formula reuse

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Inject reusable workbook names

Create stable names for dropdown sources and report formulas

{
  "type": "file",
  "filePath": "/public/samples/xlsx/xlsx-named-range-injector-example1.xlsx"
}

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Set the required fields, then run the tool.

4 options

FilesUpload source files for this workflow.1

Workbook FilefileRequired

Single file max size: 20 MBSupported types: application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.spreadsheetml.sheet, application/vnd.ms-excel

ContentPaste or type the main input values.1

Named Ranges JSONtextareaRequired

TogglesEnable or disable optional behavior.2

Normalize Formula-Safe NamescheckboxOptionalEnabled when checkedReplace Existing NamescheckboxOptionalEnabled when checked

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