File Extension Database

Open XSX File

Files ending with the extension .xsx are quite particular because they can be opened and used in different ways. In this write-up, we will discuss several formats and ways to open and use such files.

The .xsx file extension is primarily used by the software Microsoft Excel, to store spreadsheet documents. However, it's not exclusive to this software, and as such, can be opened using other programs that can handle spreadsheet files. This fact adds to its broad usage across different platforms and applications.

Ways to Open .XSX Files

Being associated with MS Excel, the .XSX files can be opened natively by Excel on all its supported platforms, including Windows, Linux and macOS. However, if the Excel software isn't available, there are quite a number of other robust solutions that can help. These include using other spreadsheet software like Google Sheets or LibreOffice, both of which support the .XSX file format. Another option is to convert the .XSX file to another format like .CSV or .TXT using conversion tools online.

Usage of .XSX Files

The .XSX files are very flexible, mainly because they are in XML format. This means they are human-readable and can be edited with a text editor if necessary. Furthermore, since the XML format is a standard way of encoding documents electronically, it allows for easy data exchange between different software, systems, and platforms. This makes .XSX files very useful in a variety of settings, whether for personal tracking of financial data, in business for creating and managing large data sets, or in education for data analysis.

XSX File Important Information

While .XSX files are incredibly versatile and widely used, they are not without their complications. The .XSX file format has been introduced in MS Excel 2007 as a part of Microsoft's new Open XML format. This means that earlier versions of MS Excel are unable to open these files natively. Furthermore, because .XSX files can include complex formulas, linked data, and even programming code, they could potentially be used for spreading malware. Therefore, it is advisable to only open .XSX files from trusted sources.

How Can I Open XSX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open XSX file is to find a XSX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a XSX file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open XSX file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as XSX file opener then try to search online for "XSX viewer", "application to open XSX file" or "open XSX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open XSX file

How Can I Open XSX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a XSX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a XSX file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with XSX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as XSX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open XSX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open XSX file then try to search for "XSX viewer", "application to open XSX file" or "read XSX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read XSX file

How Can I Open XSX File on Android

If you downloaded a XSX file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded XSX file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "XSX".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "XSX viewer", "XSX file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open XSX File on iPhone or iPad

To open XSX File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the XSX file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "XSX". This way you can find apps which can open XSX files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "XSX viewer" or "XSX file" online in your favorite search engine.

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