XL2000: Handling Corrupted Excel Files by Saving in the SYLK Format

• Microsoft Excel 2000

SUMMARY

If you suspect that you have a corrupted Microsoft Excel file and you are able to open the file, you can use the following method to "filter" the file. This method does not save worksheet elements that are not available in Microsoft Excel version 2.x; for example, graphic objects will not be saved.

MORE INFORMATION

1. Open the file that appears to be corrupted.



2. On the File menu, click Save As.



3. In the Save as type list, click SYLK (Symbolic Link), and then click Save.
   
   NOTE: Only the active sheet in the workbook is saved when you use the SYLK file format. Click OK when you receive the message telling you that the selected file type does not support workbooks. Click Yes when you receive the message telling you that the file may contain features that aren't compatible with the SYLK format.



4. On the File menu, click Close.



5. On the File menu, click Open.



6. Select the .slk file you saved in step 3, and click Open.
   
   NOTE: To see the .slk file, you may need to click All Files in the Files of type list.



7. On the File menu, click Save As.



8. In the Save as type box, click Microsoft Excel Workbook, and then click Save.

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Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbhowto