2 attempts at opening workbook

Formula11

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Office Version
  1. 365
Platform
  1. Windows
What could be reason/s for workbook not opening on first attempt.
Tried double click and right-click Open.
Files are on local drive, not server.
Using Office 365.
 

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Hi Formula11,

There can be several reasons why a workbook may not open on the first attempt. Here are some possible causes:
  1. Outdated Office Version: If your Office version is outdated, it may have compatibility issues with some files. Make sure your Office version is up to date with the latest updates.
  2. Security Settings: It is possible that the file has been blocked by security settings on your computer. Check your antivirus or firewall settings to ensure they are not blocking the file.
  3. File Corruption: If the file is corrupted or damaged, it may not open on the first attempt. Try repairing the file with an excel repair tool. There are a number of such tools available.
I hope this helps you.

Best Regards.
 
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