File Extension Library


.XLK File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Backup Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .XLK files and how to open them?

Can't open .XLK file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .XLK file.

What is a .XLK file extension?

.XLK file extension is created by Microsoft. .XLK has been classified as Backup Files. The format of .XLK file is Binary.

.XLK is Excel Backup File

Backup file created by Microsoft Excel, a spreadsheet program; contains a backup copy of a .XLS file; used to recover spreadsheet data in the event that a spreadsheet file is lost or corrupted.

NOTE: XLK files are used by Excel 2000 and earlier. However, they may still be opened in Excel 2007.

List of all softwares that can open the Excel Backup File
Windows
Microsoft Excel 2016
Mac
Microsoft Excel 2016

How to fix problems with .XLK files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .XLK files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .XLK file format
  2. You need to check the .XLK file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)