XLM_ File Extension

What is XLM_ file?

Full format name of files that use XLM_ extension is Microsoft Excel 2 For Mac Macro. Microsoft Excel 2 For Mac Macro specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. XLM_ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. XLM_ file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. Users are advised to use Microsoft Excel software for managing XLM_ files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Microsoft Excel was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and XLM_ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support XLM_ file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open XLM_ files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with XLM_ extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with XLM_ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XLM_ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with XLM_ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with XLM_ files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Excel software

Problems with opening and working with XLM_ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XLM_ files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Excel or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Office) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XLM_ 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 XLM_ 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. This can be one of the causes why XLM_ files are not compatible with Microsoft Excel. The latest version of Microsoft Excel should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Excel 2 For Mac Macro files with Microsoft Excel

After installing Microsoft Excel (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XLM_ files. 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 XLM_ file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• 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 XLM_ files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XLM_ extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Excel and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XLM_ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XLM_ file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XLM_ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the XLM_ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Microsoft Excel 2 For Mac Macro file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Excel

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with XLM_ extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Excel 2 For Mac Macro file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XLM_ files affecting older versions of given software.

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