Tips to open XLSX file
Can't open the XLSX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open XLSX files as well as a list of programs that support XLSX files.
XLSX file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Excel Open XML Spreadsheet |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Spreadsheet Files |
The XLSX file is supported on 5 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the XLSX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the XLSX file on each system platform.
What is XLSX file?
The .XLSX file is a Microsoft Excel file. It is a popular format used for saving spreadsheets. This sheet is used for group calculations and data processing in tabular form. It is also supported by other spreadsheet programs. The file is saved in Open XML format. It is the successor to the .XLS format. The format was introduced with Microsoft Office 2007. However, it is possible for older software to open these files with the appropriate plug-ins.
How to open XLSX file?
An often recurring problem with Microsoft Excel Open XML Spreadsheet is that XLSX is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that XLSX files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the XLSX 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. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Excel into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file XLSX with Microsoft Excel. Below is a list of programs that support the file XLSX.
Programs to open XLSX file
Remember to download programs supporting XLSX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Excel with XLSX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the XLSX file still does not use the Microsoft Excel program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Microsoft Excel application as the default for handling the XLSX file.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Excel to the latest version
If, however, after binding Microsoft Excel with Microsoft Excel Open XML Spreadsheet there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the XLSX file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to XLSX files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the XLSX file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected XLSX files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the XLSX files changes over time. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged XLSX files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Microsoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted XLSX files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move XLSX to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the XLSX file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the XLSX file again. However, some background programs may block the XLSX file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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