Basic information about XMLX file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XMLX（*.XMLX or *.xmlx）, 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 XMLX file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about XMLX file extension: Excel Spreadsheet

File type Excel Spreadsheet Category Page Layout Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description XMLX file is a Excel Spreadsheet developed by Microsoft Corporation. XMLX filename suffix is mostly used for Excel Spreadsheet files. Excel Spreadsheet specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. XMLX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with XMLX extension are categorized as Spreadsheet Files files. The Spreadsheet Files subset comprises 90 various file formats. Microsoft Excel is by far the most used program for working with XMLX files. Microsoft Excel software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about XMLX files or the Microsoft Excel software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMLX files

Windows		 Microsoft Excel



Can't open a XMLX 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.XMLX”。

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 XMLX extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XMLX 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 XMLX 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 XMLX file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XMLX 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 XMLX file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the XMLX 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.