Certain Excel files won't open on my laptop

Hello TyLund72​, 

This issue usually happens because of how Excel handles chart sheets and embedded objects differently across devices. If the files open fine on your desktop but not on your laptop, it often points to settings, add‑ins, or graphics drivers on the laptop.

Things to try:

• Make sure Excel is the default program for .xlsx files.
• In Excel Options → Advanced → General, uncheck “Ignore other applications that use Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE).”
• Repair Office via Control Panel → Programs → Microsoft Office → Change → Quick Repair.
• Disable non‑essential COM Add‑ins (File → Options → Add‑ins).
• Update your laptop’s graphics drivers (Intel/AMD/NVIDIA).
• Test opening the file in Excel Safe Mode (excel /safe).
  
  Microsoft’s official documentation on chart sheets and embedded charts is here: Chart object (Excel) | Microsoft Learn Chart Sheets and Embedded Charts
  
  Chart Sheet object (Excel) | Microsoft Learn 
  
  Chart Sheet Object (Excel)
  

With your permission, if I can recommend you, please always add specific information about your Excel version and operating system to your concerns. As well as, if possible or necessary, a file (without sensitive data) or photos. Information on where the file is, such as OnDrive or Sharepoint, is of advantage. In this way, you will come up with a proposed solution much faster and more precisely. This also makes it much easier for the helpers to provide the help that they would like to offer you. It helps both :).

Here is a link with information on how you can quickly find a solution that is most suitable for you.

Welcome to your Excel discussion space!

Thank you for your understanding

NikolinoDE

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