XLS5 File Extension

What is XLS5 file?

XLS5 is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Excel 5 For Mac Spreadsheet files. Microsoft Excel 5 For Mac Spreadsheet format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. XLS5 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. XLS5 file format, along with 100 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. Microsoft Excel supports XLS5 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Microsoft Excel software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about XLS5 files or the Microsoft Excel software program.

Programs which support XLS5 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open XLS5 files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. XLS5 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with XLS5 extension?

Problems with accessing XLS5 may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Microsoft Excel 5 For Mac Spreadsheet files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Excel software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XLS5 files is that no program that can handle XLS5 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Excel or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Office. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XLS5 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft Excel website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Excel and update if needed

You still cannot access XLS5 files although Microsoft Excel is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Microsoft Excel installed, it may not support XLS5 format. The most recent version of Microsoft Excel is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open XLS5 files to Microsoft Excel

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate XLS5 files with latest version of Microsoft Excel you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the XLS5 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Excel installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open XLS5 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XLS5 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Excel and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with XLS5 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the XLS5 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XLS5 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the XLS5 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the XLS5 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the XLS5 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. XLS5 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with XLS5 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the XLS5 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with XLS5 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Excel

If the systems has insufficient resources to open XLS5 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft Excel 5 For Mac Spreadsheet files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the XLS5 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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