What's the XLW File?

Author:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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XLW File Summary

File Extension XLW has only one distinct file type (Microsoft Excel Workspace format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Excel (Microsoft Corporation) and one other software programs. The XLW File Extension are listed predominantly as Data Files.

XLW files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

Although there is a lot more to know about XLW files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
File Type Popularity
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Known XLW Files


Primary XLW File Association

.XLW
File Format:.xlw
Type:Microsoft Excel Workspace

The XLW file extension is typically related to the Workspace file that saved by the Microsoft Excel which considered as one of the most popular and powerful tools that can be used to create format spreadsheets, graphs and much more. These XLW files mainly comprise the screen locations of workbooks and may also contain the references to each individual workbook.

Company: Microsoft Corporation
Class:Data Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xlw

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Excel Workspace:


Microsoft Excel by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

NeoOffice by Planamesa Software Inc.

Mac

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XLW Demand


Browser Rankings

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Understanding XLW Issues


Common Problems Opening XLW Files

Microsoft Excel is Not Installed

When trying to open your XLW file, you get the error "Can't Open XLW File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Excel for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your XLW file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your XLW, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Excel

In other instances, your Microsoft Excel Workspace file version may not be supported by your version of Microsoft Excel. If you do not have the proper version Microsoft Excel (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. Your Microsoft Excel Workspace file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Excel than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the XLW file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


Regardless, most of the XLW file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Microsoft Excel installed.


Other Causes of XLW File Opening Problems

Although you might already have Microsoft Excel or another XLW-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Microsoft Excel Workspace files. Other XLW opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for XLW are wrong
  • Deletion of the XLW file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Invalid installation of a XLW-associated program (eg. Microsoft Excel)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your XLW
  • Your XLW has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers for XLW-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Microsoft Excel Workspace file

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