Not sure exactly what it is you are trying to do.....
You can import Excel data from a .xls file directly into Crystal, using the
regular Crystal import features.
You can also open Crystal from within Excell via a macro and open an
existing Crystal Report.
Personally I prefer to create my Reports in Excel itself, and not even deal
with Crystal.
hth
Vaya con Dios,
Chuck, CABGx3