Windows 10: Windows Explorer whites out when opening excel file

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  1. J.G. 219
    J.G. 219 Win User

    Windows Explorer whites out when opening excel file


    Hi there - I have an issue where windows explorer whites out and freezes and creates an endlessly swirling blue circle every time I try to open an excel file on my laptop.I thought it might be an account issue but if I open the Excel application not a file it opens fine and I am logged in to my account. Then when I go to open a specific file the application freezes.This issue has persisted for some time and makes working on excel files nearly impossible. Please help!Jason

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    J.G. 219, Dec 4, 2021
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  2. JOEL TRUSSELL
    Joel Trussell Win User

    excel file causes instability in "windows explorer"

    When I open an excel file by double clicking on the name in windows explorer, the file opens OK but at the same

    time, the explorer file list jumps up and down as it lists and de-lists the

    excel temp file. It is very distracting. I can close the explorer window or

    simply change to another folder. It occurs only on one of my computers and only on some excel files

    It happens only with excel files and not with word or acrobat

    Any suggestions where to look for the problem. We've reinstalled Office 10 and reset my windows profile. nothing helped so far.
     
    Joel Trussell, Dec 4, 2021
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  3. AHHZZ
    Ahhzz Win User
    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Dec 4, 2021
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  4. DAVEM121
    DaveM121 Win User

    Windows Explorer whites out when opening excel file

    windows explorer opening an excel file.

    Hi Dan, does Excel Open with a blank window instead of opening that file?

    If so, follow these steps to perform a full repair of your Office installation . . .

    Open Control Panel - Programs and Features

    Click Microsoft Office in the list of installed applications

    At the top, click 'Change'

    On the resulting dialog, click 'Repair' - choose the Online Repair, it is a comprehensive fix

    That should fix any issues with your Office Installation . . .
     
    DaveM121, Dec 4, 2021
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