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Word cannot open this file the file format does not match the file extension (C:\users\...\spreadsheet_contents.docx)

Anonymous
2014-03-19T16:09:23+00:00

how can I change this file to a doc. file

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  1. Anonymous
    2015-02-05T22:41:47+00:00

    Were you able to open this document in the end? I am having the same issue!

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  2. Anonymous
    2015-02-06T11:05:24+00:00

    Hello Drew,

    Before we proceed, I need more information to help you better.

    1. What type of file are you trying to open in Word? Is it *.doc or *.docx file?
    2. Did you try performing any troubleshooting steps so far?

    Reply with necessary information for further assistance.

    Thank you.

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  3. Anonymous
    2015-02-16T23:36:59+00:00

    Daniel,

    I am having a similar issue, trying to open a .docx file. Are you able to be of assistance?

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  4. Doug Robbins - MVP - Office Apps and Services 322K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2015-02-17T02:17:10+00:00

    Can you put a copy of the file in a folder on your OneDrive that you set to be shared and then post a link to that folder back here so that we can take a look at the file and possibly recover it for you.

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  5. Anonymous
    2015-05-26T11:47:13+00:00

    Hello Daniel,

     I  faced the same error, I tried the same steps but it can NOT work, can I have further assistance on this issue

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