How to import a CSV file to Microsoft Excel if it has accents characters

Summary: This article contains step-by-step instructions on how to import a CSV file to Microsoft Excel if it has accents characters.

Applies to: Cayosoft Administrator 7.x or later.

ID: KB20210330-1

Configuration

By default, Microsoft Excel opens CSV files using ASCII encoding. In order for accent characters are displayed properly, you should open the CSV file in UTF-8 format.

1. Open Microsoft Excel.
2. Click on the Data menu bar option.
3. Click From Text/CSV
4. Select the file that should be imported and click Import - Import wizard will appear on the screen.
5. Specify a Delimiter that is used in your file. Usually, it is a comma.
6. In File Origin select Unicode (UTF-8).
7. Click Load.