XLSB File Type

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XLSB File Summary

The XLSB File Extension has one primary file type, Excel Binary Spreadsheet format, and can be opened with two distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Microsoft Corporation (Microsoft Excel software). These files can be categorized as Spreadsheet Files.

File Extension XLSB is supported by Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The XLSB File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

Interested to learn more about the XLSB File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens XLSB files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
Popular
803
Standing

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

Amended

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Known XLSB Files


Chief XLSB Description

.XLSB
Formatting:.xlsb
Group:Excel Binary Spreadsheet

XLSB file is a spreadsheet file created by Microsoft Excel.The XLSB file is a group of cells arranged in a grid of rows and columns beside charts, macros, and formatting.XLSB file differs from XML file and it is better because it is compressed to save space and more easier to share with other users.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Spreadsheet Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xlsb

Software Programs That Open The Excel Binary Spreadsheet:


Microsoft Excel by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

Apache OpenOffice by Apache Software Foundation

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

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XLSB File Popularity


OS Popularity

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


XLSB Troubleshooting


Common Problems Opening XLSB Files

Microsoft Excel Disappeared

When trying to open your XLSB file, you get the error "Can't Open XLSB File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have Microsoft Excel for %%os%% installed. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the XLSB file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


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


Incorrect Microsoft Excel Version

It is possible that your version of Microsoft Excel isn't able to open your Excel Binary Spreadsheet file due to incompatibility. You will need to download a newer version of Microsoft Excel if you don't have the right version. Most of the time your Excel Binary Spreadsheet file was created by a newer Microsoft Excel than what you have installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your XLSB, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening XLSB files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft Excel installed on your computer.


Other XLSB File Opening Causes

You can still experience errors opening XLSB files even with the latest version of Microsoft Excel installed on your PC. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening XLSBs. These issues include:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for XLSB
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the XLSB file inside the Windows Registry
  • Defective install of a XLSB program, such as Microsoft Excel
  • XLSB file corruption
  • The XLSB is infected with a virus
  • Hardware related to XLSBs has device driver corruption
  • Windows cannot load your Excel Binary Spreadsheet file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

Quiz: What file extension is not associated with Microsoft Office?








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