Excel 365 opens multiple blank sheets.

Question

Why does excel 365 open several blank sheets every time I open a file. When closing I must close multiple sheets. Some of them have the ribbon only and some have the excel blank sheet.

Answer 1

Hello Ted,

As per the description provided, multiple blank sheets opens automatically while launching the Excel application.

In order to prevent files from opening automatically in Excel, let us clear the Excel startup folders then check if that resolves the issue.

Delete the files located in the location given below:

C:\Program Files(x86)\Microsoft Office 15\root\Office 15\XLStart

C:\Users\User Name\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Excel\XLSTART

Note: Take a backup of files before deleting the files.

If the issue still persists, try to open Excel in its application safe and verify the status.

To do so, Click on Start > run > type 'excel /safe' (Without the quotes and note the space in the command)

If you’re able to work with Excel in safe mode, then follow the steps below to disable add-ins and clear Excel startup folders.

To disable add-ins:

1. Click File menu, click Options > Add-in, click Go button in the Manage: Com-in Add.
2. Check if there is any add-in; clear the checkbox to disable it.

For further queries, reply and we would be happy to assist.

Thank you.