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Excel is hanging frequently
If Excel is hanging frequently and causing performance issues, here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve the problem:
Check for Updates: Ensure that you have the latest updates and patches installed for MS Office. Sometimes, software updates can address known issues and improve stability.
Disable Add-ins: Add-ins can sometimes conflict with Excel and cause performance issues. Try disabling any unnecessary add-ins and see if the problem persists. You can do this by going to the "File" menu, selecting "Options," and then navigating to the "Add-Ins" section.
Clear Temp Files: Temporary files generated by Excel can accumulate over time and impact performance. Clearing these files can help. You can do this by going to the "File" menu, selecting "Options," and then navigating to the "Save" section. Click on the "Empty AutoRecover folder" button to delete temporary files.
Repair Office Installation: If the issue persists, you can try repairing your Office installation. Go to the "Control Panel" on your computer, select "Programs and Features" (or "Add or Remove Programs"), locate Microsoft Office in the list, and choose the "Repair" option.
Disable Hardware Graphics Acceleration: In some cases, disabling hardware graphics acceleration can resolve performance issues. In Excel, go to the "File" menu, select "Options," navigate to the "Advanced" section, and under the "Display" heading, check the box for "Disable hardware graphics acceleration."
Check for File Corruption: If the issue occurs with a specific file, it's possible that the file itself is corrupt. Try opening the file on another computer or create a new file to see if the problem persists. If the issue is specific to the file, you may need to recreate it or restore from a backup.
Optimize Workbook Performance: Large workbooks with complex formulas, links, or extensive formatting can cause Excel to slow down. Consider optimizing your workbook by removing unused cells, simplifying formulas, and reducing unnecessary formatting.
Check System Resources: Insufficient system resources such as RAM or disk space can impact Excel's performance. Ensure that your computer meets the recommended requirements for running MS Office and that you have enough free disk space available.