XLW File Extension

What is XLW file?

XLW is a file extension commonly associated with Excel Workspace Format files. Microsoft defined the Excel Workspace Format format standard. Files with XLW extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. XLW file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Microsoft Excel supports XLW files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 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 XLW files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support XLW file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support XLW files. Files with XLW suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with XLW extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XLW files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Excel Workspace Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with XLW files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Excel

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XLW files is that no program that can handle XLW files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Excel or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Office, Advanced Office Repair, Advanced Excel Repair. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Excel installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Excel to the latest version

You still cannot access XLW files although Microsoft Excel is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft Excel cannot handle files with XLW may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Microsoft Excel is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Excel to XLW files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Excel installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage XLW on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the XLW file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Excel is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XLW files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected XLW file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XLW extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the XLW for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper XLW file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the XLW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. XLW file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XLW file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the XLW file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Excel Workspace Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Excel

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Excel Workspace Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XLW files.

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