SAMPLES.XLS Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

SAMPLES.XLS file Microsoft Excel 97 To 2003 Spreadsheet. 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 SAMPLES.XLS related errors on your device. You can also download SAMPLES.XLS file compatible with Windows XP, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download SAMPLES.XLS

4.1 List of SAMPLES.XLS file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SAMPLES.XLS
File extension	XLS
Type	Spreadsheet
Description	Microsoft Excel 97 To 2003 Spreadsheet

Software
Program	Office XP
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	XP

Details
File size	222208
MIME type	application/vnd.ms-excel

Most common SAMPLES.XLS file related problems

There are various types of errors related to SAMPLES.XLS file. SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

SAMPLES.XLS is corrupted
SAMPLES.XLS cannot be located
Runtime Error - SAMPLES.XLS
SAMPLES.XLS file error
SAMPLES.XLS file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register SAMPLES.XLS file:
SAMPLES.XLS file could not be loaded
SAMPLES.XLS file doesn't exist

SAMPLES.XLS

Application could not be started because SAMPLES.XLS file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS 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.

How to fix SAMPLES.XLS errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

SAMPLES.XLS 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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with SAMPLES.XLS 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.

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

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
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 SAMPLES.XLS 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 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 SAMPLES.XLS file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the SAMPLES.XLS file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS file

The last solution is to manually download and replace SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS file.

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

Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\Excel\Examples\
Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\Excel\Examples\

If the steps did not solve your SAMPLES.XLS 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 SAMPLES.XLS

System Windows XP

File size 108544 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	9ed3a41e47612044d145cdc9bf759f5b
	SHA1	5df353e6169ece68688a2b13208b2920b9d0498b
	SHA256	2e63f8373d0b3189a5227f231ceb2294fc8dc9734cda53b830d80dc4d055f342
	CRC32	be64cb67
	Example file location	C:\MSOffice\Excel\Examples\

Filename SAMPLES.XLS

System Windows XP

File size 222208 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	9089235fcc3547a2573d394e9ee3005a
	SHA1	600353baf97fa7cdebd917d2973db34d849527b6
	SHA256	7c68327822b2f569830395b4ef77f35efc743df9bfd23e1f58b2c91659492b25
	CRC32	6c532448
	Example file location	C:\MSOffice\Excel\Examples\