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Basic information about XLS3 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XLS3(*.XLS3 or *.xls3), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the XLS3 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the XLS3 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XLS3 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XLS3 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XLS3 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XLS3 file?
  • How to open a XLS3 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XLS3 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XLS3 file?
  • How to convert XLS3 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XLS3 file format?


1.Detail information about XLS3 file extension: Microsoft Excel 3 For Mac Spreadsheet

File type Microsoft Excel 3 For Mac Spreadsheet Category Settings Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description XLS3 file is a Microsoft Excel 3 For Mac Spreadsheet developed by Microsoft Corporation. XLS3 is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Excel 3 For Mac Spreadsheet files. Microsoft Excel 3 For Mac Spreadsheet format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. XLS3 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. XLS3 file format, along with 90 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. Microsoft Excel supports XLS3 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Excel software, but also about XLS3 and other supported file formats.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XLS3 files

Windows
Microsoft Excel

macOS
Microsoft Office



Can't open a XLS3 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.XLS3”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the XLS3 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XLS3 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of XLS3 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a XLS3 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XLS3 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a XLS3 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the XLS3 file is damaged.
  • Whether the XLS3 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the XLS3 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the XLS3 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the XLS3 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a XLS3 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a XLS3 file.

If the XLS3 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.