XMLX File Extension

What is XMLX file?

XMLX filename suffix is mostly used for Excel Spreadsheet files. Excel Spreadsheet specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. XMLX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with XMLX extension are categorized as Spreadsheet Files files. The Spreadsheet Files subset comprises 100 various file formats. Microsoft Excel is by far the most used program for working with XMLX files. Microsoft Excel software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about XMLX files or the Microsoft Excel software program.

Programs which support XMLX file extension

The following listing features XMLX-compatible programs. XMLX 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 XMLX extension?

Problems with accessing XMLX may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with XMLX 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.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Excel

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XMLX files is that no program that can handle XMLX files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Excel developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Excel installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening XMLX files still occur even after installing Microsoft Excel, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Excel is available. 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 The reason that Microsoft Excel cannot handle files with XMLX may be that the software is outdated.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. Set the default application to open XMLX files to Microsoft Excel

After installing Microsoft Excel (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XMLX files. 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 XMLX file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Excel is installed, check the Always use this app to open XMLX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the XMLX file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Excel and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XMLX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the XMLX file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the XMLX file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XMLX file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the XMLX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. XMLX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the XMLX file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the XMLX 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. It could happen the the download process of file with XMLX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Spreadsheet file.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support XMLX files. Close all running programs and try opening the XMLX file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Excel Spreadsheet files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XMLX files affecting older versions of given software.

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