File extension .XLW
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel Workspace Format | Microsoft | Misc Files |
The .XLW file extension stands for Excel Workspace File, which are used by Microsoft Excel to store workspace settings. A workspace stores the current state of an open Excel file, allowing users to save time when they return to a document by restoring the state of the screen. The width and location of the Excel window, as well as the position of each spreadsheet within the workbook, the position of columns and rows on each sheet, the active sheet, display settings and zoom level will be saved in a workspace file.
A .XLW file is a binary file and cannot be opened by a text editor. It is created and opened automatically by Excel when an existing workbook is opened or when a new workbook is created. Even if several documents are open at the same time, Excel only stores the data from the active workspace into memory, keeping the rest of them in an.XLW file.
Similar File Extensions
Other similar file extensions that are related to Excel include .XLS, .XLSB, .XLSM, and .XLTX, among others.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .XLW) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .XLW extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .XLW file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .XLW extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .XLW extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .XLW file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .XLW file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .XLW file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .XLW file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .XLW file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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