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Options won't open in files on Excel
- I had the same problem several people in this thread described. I managed to solve it the following way:
1) Close all open Excel files.
2) Go to `Start` and type `Excel` in the search box.
3) Click on the Excel icon to open the application.
4) When Excel opens and prompts you to select a file, don't open any file (nor create a new one).
5) Go to the bottom left and select `Options`.
6) The `Excel Options` windows will now pop up and you can modify the Excel options.
I hope this helps any other people facing the same issue in the future.
Please include your Excel version, sample file, and a bit more context to help others answer your question.
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Nikolino
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windows 10 21H1
Excel Version 2110 Build 16.0.14527.20270) 64-bit
Context: when using Excel the >file>options window will not appear when selected, the screen blinks then reverts to the excel document. This works as intended in Word (all part of the same Office suite)
I can't tell you why the options don't appear for you either, despite researching, I couldn't find anything in the direction.
But to be on the safe side, do a Windows update to 21H2 beforehand, if the problem persists afterwards, perform an Office repair.
If the problem persists, please let us know, so that maybe someone else, who maybe knows a little more by then, can help.
Thank you for your patience and understanding
NikolinoDE i have the same problem. file options returns to the same screen.
With your permission, I recommend to provide more information.
You'll get a quicker and more accurate answer, and those who want to help don't have to invest time guessing the problem.
I recommend: Always inform about your Excel version, operating system, storage medium/hard drive, OneDrive, Sharepoint, etc.).
If possible, add a file (without sensitive data) and use this file to describe your project step by step, or add photos with the appropriate description.
Don't forget that not every Excel user has a clue about every job and what you see he can't see.
In this link you will find some more information about it:
Welcome to your Excel discussion space!
Thank you for your understanding and patience
I know I don't know anything (Socrates)
