XLTM is a file extension commonly associated with Excel Open XML Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet Template files. Excel Open XML Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet Template specification was created by Microsoft. XLTM files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. XLTM file format, along with 100 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. Microsoft Excel supports XLTM files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 6 other tools may also be used. Software named Microsoft Excel was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and XLTM files, check the developer’s official website.
The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with XLTM files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. XLTM files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Being unable to open files with XLTM extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with XLTM files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.
The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XLTM files is that no program that can handle XLTM files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Excel or different compatible program, such as SoftMaker Office, PlanMaker, PlanMaker Viewer. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XLTM 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.
You still cannot access XLTM 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. The reason that Microsoft Excel cannot handle files with XLTM may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Excel should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.
After installing Microsoft Excel (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XLTM files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.
The procedure to change the default program in Windows
The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS
Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XLTM file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.
If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XLTM file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the XLTM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the XLTM file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
Did you receive the XLTM file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with XLTM extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.
Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Excel Open XML Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet Template file.
If the systems has insufficient resources to open XLTM files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.
Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Excel Open XML Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet Template file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XLTM files.
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