File Format and Extension don't Match Error in MS Excel [Fixed]

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May 08, 2024

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Are you getting the error message "File format and extension of [filename] don’t match. The file could be corrupted or unsafe"? Well, there is nothing to worry about. In this video, we will learn how to fix the "File format and extension of don’t match. The file could be corrupted or unsafe" Error. This is a very common error and can be fixed. This error can occur if the Protected View is enabled, The file has been given a wrong extension, the Excel file is incompatible with your Excel version, If the Excel File is Corrupted, etc. Here are 6 methods to Fix this Error. 1. Change the File's Extension (0:29) 2. Unblock the Excel File (0:53) 3. Disable Protected View (1:12) 4. Edit Excel File Permissions (1:33) 5. Open and Repair (2:05) 6. Repair your file using Stellar Repair for Excel (2:21) Stellar Repair for Excel is a professional Excel File Repair Tool that can quickly and easily repair Excel files. Whether the corruption is caused by a system crash, software issue, or other errors, Stellar Repair for Excel can help you get your data back. Download Stellar Repair for Excel- https://www.stellarinfo.com/repair-excel-file.php Related Article- How to Resolve 'File format and extension of [filename] don’t match." Error in MS Excel? https://www.stellarinfo.com/blog/fixed-file-format-and-extension-of-filename-dont-match-the-file/ #microsoftexcel #exceltutorial #exceltips #exceltricks #exceltipsandtricks #exceltroubleshootingtips #corruptions #datarecovery #error #exceltraining #microsoftexceltutorial #microsoftexceltips #dataintegrity #howto