Improve Data Visualization with In-Cell Pictures

April 16, 2025
EPPlus v8.0.1 adds the ability to insert images directly into cells, facilitating the use of local and web images to make spreadsheets more engaging.

EPPlus is a powerful and versatile .NET library for managing and manipulating Microsoft Excel files using the Office Open XML (OOXML) format. It is a lightweight and efficient library that is easy to use and can be integrated into a wide range of applications. It allows developers to create, read and modify spreadsheets without dependencies on any other library. Features include pivot tables, styling, VBA/Form controls, conditional formatting, charts, tables, formula calculation, data validation, pictures/shapes, and more.

​The EPPlus v8.0.1 update enhances the visualization of spreadsheet data by introducing the ability to insert images directly into individual worksheet cells. This feature is particularly beneficial for creating more informative and engaging spreadsheets, such as including product images in inventory lists or embedding charts alongside relevant data. The new functionality supports various image formats, such as PNG, JPG and GIF, and integrates with the IMAGE function, so you can add local images as well as download images from the web via URLs.

To see a full list of what's new in v8.0.1, see our release notes.

EPPlus is licensed per developer and is available as both perpetual licenses and subscription based licenses with periods of 1 year and 2 years, which include support and upgrades. See our EPPlus licensing page for full details.

For more information, see our EPPlus product page.