Tips to open XLMX file
Can't open the XLMX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open XLMX files as well as a list of programs that support XLMX files.
XLMX file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Excel Macro-enabled Spreadsheet |
| File Developer |
Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category |
Spreadsheet Files |
The XLMX file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the XLMX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the XLMX file on each system platform.
What is XLMX file?
The file in the XLMX format belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. It was designed by Microsoft Corporation. Additionally, the Spreadsheet Files category contains 100 of other files. Microsoft Excel Macro-enabled Spreadsheet appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use Microsoft Excel to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open XLMX file?
The main problem with Microsoft Excel Macro-enabled Spreadsheet is that the XLMX file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open XLMX, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the XLMX file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install Microsoft Excel
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Excel application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft Excel in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open XLMX files.
Programs to open XLMX file
Remember to download programs supporting XLMX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Excel with XLMX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the XLMX file still does not use the Microsoft Excel program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the XLMX file with the Microsoft Excel program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Excel to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Microsoft Excel program with the Microsoft Excel Macro-enabled Spreadsheet file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the XLMX file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the XLMX file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file XLMX or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected XLMX file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the XLMX file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair XLMX file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft Corporation help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted XLMX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the XLMX file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the XLMX file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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