Tips to open XLXML file

Can't open the XLXML file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open XLXML files as well as a list of programs that support XLXML files.

XLXML file extension

File Name Microsoft Excel XML Worksheet
File Developer Microsoft Corporation
File Category Spreadsheet Files

The XLXML file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the XLXML files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the XLXML file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
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What is XLXML file?

The file in the XLXML format belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. It was designed by Microsoft Corporation. In addition to this file, the Spreadsheet Files category includes 100 related files. Microsoft Excel XML Worksheet is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Microsoft Excel application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Microsoft Office programs will also handle the file when the Microsoft Excel program does not fulfill its role.

How to open XLXML file?

The main problem with Microsoft Excel XML Worksheet is that the XLXML file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open XLXML, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the XLXML 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

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Microsoft Excel is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft Excel into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file XLXML with Microsoft Excel. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open XLXML files.

Programs to open XLXML file

Remember to download programs supporting XLXML files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Excel with XLXML files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the XLXML file to open in the Microsoft Excel application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 XLXML file with the Microsoft Excel program.

Step 3. Update Microsoft Excel to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Excel program, it is possible that Microsoft Excel XML Worksheet requires a newer version of the program. 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 XLXML file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the XLXML file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our XLXML file. However, remember that not every infected XLXML file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the XLXML files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular XLXML file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft Corporation help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted XLXML files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move XLXML to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the XLXML file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the XLXML file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.