Analyze Excel with Artificial Intelligence
The complete guide to iaExcel. Learn how to upload files, ask smart questions, interpret results, and get the most out of AI-powered data analysis.
› "What is the average of sales?"
What is iaExcel?
iaExcel is an advanced platform that lets you analyze your Excel and CSV files using conversational AI. Just upload your file, ask questions in natural language, and get instant analyses, charts, tables, and answers about your data.
Chat with AI
Ask in natural language and get smart answers about your data
Automatic visualizations
Generate charts and pivot tables automatically to visualize your data
Statistical analysis
Get descriptive statistics, trends, and patterns from your data
Export results
Download tables as CSV and charts as PNG to use in your reports
File requirements
For iaExcel to analyze your data correctly, your file needs to meet a few requirements. Here is what you need.
Supported formats
iaExcel accepts the following file formats:
Excel (.xlsx, .xls)
Microsoft Excel files in both modern and legacy formats
CSV (.csv)
Comma-separated value files, compatible with any spreadsheet app
Example of an ideal structure
Data best practices
How does iaExcel work?
iaExcel uses advanced AI models to understand your questions in natural language and analyze your data. The process is simple and direct.
Upload your file
Create a new chat and upload your Excel or CSV file. The system processes it automatically.
Ask questions
Type questions in natural language about your data, like you would with an expert analyst.
Get answers
The AI analyzes your data and returns answers, tables, charts, and detailed analyses.
Export results
Download the generated tables and charts to use in your presentations or reports.
Step 1: Upload your file
Create a new chat
To get started, click the "New chat" button in the left sidebar. This creates a new conversation where you can upload your file.
Important: You can only upload one file per chat. If you need to analyze another file, create a new chat.
Upload the file
There are two ways to upload your file:
ventas.xlsx
2.4 MB · .xlsx
Automatic processing
Once you upload the file, the system processes it automatically and shows a confirmation message. From that point on, you can start asking questions about your data.
Step 2: Ask smart questions
Once your file is uploaded, you can ask questions in natural language. The AI understands your intent and analyzes the relevant data.
Example questions
› "What is the average of sales?"
Simple statistical analysis question
› "Show me a bar chart of sales by month"
Specific visualization request
› "What are the top 5 regions by revenue?"
Ranking and filtering question
› "Run a trend analysis for the last year"
Complex analysis request
› "Create a table with descriptive statistics for every numeric column"
Full statistical analysis
Available analysis types
Visualizations
Bar, line, and scatter charts, plus more
Pivot tables
Pivots, aggregations, and summaries
Statistical analysis
Means, medians, standard deviations, and more
Filter and search
Find patterns and specific data points
Step 3: Review the results
Once the AI processes your question, you get a response that may include explanatory text, data tables, and charts. Here is how to interpret and use these results.
Text responses
The AI returns natural-language explanations about your data, including insights, detected patterns, and recommendations. Responses stream in with a typewriter effect in real time.
Interactive tables
The generated tables are fully interactive and render directly in the chat. You can:
Charts and visualizations
Charts are generated automatically and rendered as images in the chat. You can:
Share feedback
Every assistant response has feedback buttons (👍 👎). Use them to:
Manage your data
iaExcel gives you tools to organize and export every analysis generated across your chats.
Side data panel
Open the data panel by clicking the corresponding button at the top of the chat. This panel shows you:
Image gallery
Every chart generated in the current chat
Table list
Every data table that has been generated
Download results
Every item in the panel has a download button:
Organize your chats
Keep your analyses organized with these features:
Settings
Customize your iaExcel experience by adjusting system settings to fit your preferences.
Available AI models
iaExcel offers three AI models with different capabilities:
Lite (Basic)
Basic reasoning for simple questions and straightforward analyses
Core (Intermediate)
Intermediate reasoning for detailed analyses and complex visualizations
Plus (Advanced)
Advanced reasoning for complex analyses, predictions, and deep insights
Configuration options
Interface theme
Choose between light, dark, or system-based themes
Custom instructions
Define how you want the assistant to respond (tone, level of detail, format)
Chat memory
The assistant remembers context from previous conversations in the same chat
Credits system
iaExcel uses a credits system to manage usage:
Best practices and tips
Follow these tips to get the best results from iaExcel.
Ask better questions
Prepare your data
Optimize performance
Common issues
!❌ Unsupported file
Fix: Make sure it is .xlsx, .xls, or .csv
!❌ File upload error
Fix: Check the file size and your internet connection
!❌ Chat not responding
Fix: Wait for the current processing to finish (check the indicator)
!❌ Credit limit reached
Fix: Review your usage in the sidebar and consider upgrading your plan