How to open .XLSX files on Android

To open .XLSX files on Android, use the Excel app or Google Sheets to open directly from your device.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Use the Excel app or Google Sheets to open directly from your device.

Recommended software

  • Microsoft 365
  • Google Docs
  • WPS Office

Alternative methods

  • Open .XLSX in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
  • Try opening .XLSX on Android with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
  • Convert .XLSX only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.

Common issues

Formulas return errors

This can occur due to different locale settings or unsupported functions.

  1. Verify the locale settings in your application.
  2. Re-enter the formulas manually if necessary.

File won't open

This might happen if the file is corrupted or the application is outdated.

  1. Try opening the file in another application like Google Sheets.
  2. Check for updates for your spreadsheet software.

Security note

Be cautious with external links and data connections.

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