EXL File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open EXL Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening EXL files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The EXL File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the EXL File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the EXL file and select MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder that you selected.

Common EXL-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder Installed

You can simply download MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder software. EXL uses MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List by default, but it is also compatible with NSkill Neocron Character Builder. If you have NSkill Neocron Character Builder installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the EXL file type extension.

Issue: You Have MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List Clearswift Limited
NSkill Neocron Character Builder Reakktor Media GmbH

Issue: You Can't Install MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install MIMEsweeper Ver 5 Expression List or NSkill Neocron Character Builder, you could also search online for free software that uses EXL files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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