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There are different ways to extract information from an excel file and convert it into a text file, depending on the specific data and desired format. Here are some general steps:

1. Open the excel file and select the data you want to extract.
2. Copy the selected cells (Ctrl+C or right-click and select Copy).
3. Open a text editor or word processor program (e.g. Notepad, Word, Google Docs).
4. Paste the copied cells into the text editor (Ctrl+V or right-click and select Paste).
5. Adjust the formatting as needed (e.g. remove any extra columns or rows, add separators or headers).
6. Save the file as a text file (e.g. .txt, .csv, .tab) by selecting the appropriate format in the "Save As" dialog box.

Alternatively, you can use specialized software or programming tools to automate the extraction and conversion process, especially if you need to process large or complex data sets. This may involve using tools such as VBA macros, PowerShell scripts, Python libraries (e.g. pandas, openpyxl), or third-party add-ins (e.g. ASAP Utilities, Kutools for Excel). You can search online for tutorials, examples, and forums related to your specific needs and tools.