An Excel x Clipper Question

I have been trying to find a way to automatically fill in data fields on a form developed in Excel, from within a DOS-based application (written in Clipper).

Reading the form file into memory (about 30 kB) and substituting specific tags like “” with the actual data string rendered the XLS file useless.

Does anybody have an idea that might work out? Present operation involves filling out the form manually.

Thanks in advance for any contributions.