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Microsoft Excel.lnk Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Microsoft Excel.lnk files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent Microsoft Excel.lnk file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Microsoft Excel.lnk file Shortcut to Microsoft Excel. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of Microsoft Excel.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Microsoft Excel.lnk file compatible with Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
File extension LNK
Description Shortcut to Microsoft Excel
Software
Program Office XP
Software Office
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 1856
Oldest file 2017-05-10
Latest file 2017-05-10
MIME type application/octet-stream
Microsoft Excel.lnk

There are various types of errors related to Microsoft Excel.lnk file. Microsoft Excel.lnk file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to Microsoft Excel.lnk file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • Microsoft Excel.lnk is corrupted
  • Microsoft Excel.lnk cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - Microsoft Excel.lnk
  • Microsoft Excel.lnk file error
  • Microsoft Excel.lnk file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register Microsoft Excel.lnk file:
  • Microsoft Excel.lnk file could not be loaded
  • Microsoft Excel.lnk file doesn't exist

Microsoft Excel.lnk

Error

Application could not be started because Microsoft Excel.lnk file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to Microsoft Excel.lnk can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing Microsoft Excel.lnk file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

Microsoft Excel.lnk file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Microsoft Excel.lnk file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Microsoft Excel.lnk file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of Microsoft Excel.lnk or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to Microsoft Excel.lnk file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Microsoft Excel.lnk file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the Microsoft Excel.lnk file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the Microsoft Excel.lnk file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace Microsoft Excel.lnk file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Microsoft Excel.lnk file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded Microsoft Excel.lnk file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Microsoft Excel.lnk file example directory paths.

  • Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\
  • Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\
  • Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\
  • Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\
  • Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\

If the steps did not solve your Microsoft Excel.lnk file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 519 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 2693199135e50b8b8f99bcbb376cdf19
SHA1 5922f1e3d7f106e878ddd612b95c1ea41fc66a5b
SHA256 ae85e7291911b7d8fe97e2319b49e6e21cc79ba07e6e9436fa72d9cbac1a7963
CRC32 2f08ce88
Example file location C:\MSOffice\
Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 533 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 29c67380eb67a301b49ab73995267fb6
SHA1 e6a61994f933dab2b8128a12312dd1f124f55dba
SHA256 f3ee00be34a8f73400bcc5715ea632fbbbfe4c2a7caf9e9add29f1c38c67778e
CRC32 5bd39edf
Example file location C:\MSOffice\
Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 557 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 8fae8d417d1222b15511f5a1df1493d6
SHA1 8ddc14b0b640f8b45c0b40a57c5d83de9ac2c6b4
SHA256 86b29772ab0a4b4a70af6ff1f10acc4e4257dd4d72ab748c103ce131c2f9e43a
CRC32 d6a83ed9
Example file location C:\MSOffice\
Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 2030 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 8892c344a2d7250aa55de0e7798cce98
SHA1 9540d68fcae21e2a2abfbcd851a7af8a7498e8a9
SHA256 89618d3949e1b4093a9ef18a047bf3ce360bc44120326e7a5ca81727c3458ec3
CRC32 4eb2b2f8
Example file location C:\MSOffice\
Filename Microsoft Excel.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 1856 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 9c32407a6ee28633f2506c57c9b23246
SHA1 2307f0a916e3b64e3c2c3aef3f809edf68e18d5b
SHA256 86cca0bc4fc4aad3212c5c558adbbd4f6bf6b2f79e417f0755b338782dc15476
CRC32 a2c03482
Example file location C:\MSOffice\