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How can I fix a file with unreadable content?

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    How can I fix a file with unreadable content?

    I have a file that I've been using for years and recently my Office was upgraded from 2007 to 2010 and this is the first time I've started using this file and I started getting an error when attempting to open the file (see error below). The file is in .xlsm. When I attempt to open it, it says, "Excel found unreadable content in.." and I am able to recover the file; however, I CANNOT save the file or even save as a different filename or format, like .xlsx.

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    Is there any way to fix this?

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    Re: How can I fix a file with unreadable content?

    Later versions of Office have beefed up security and ".xlsm" means that the file is macro enabled. I suggest checking your security settings in Excel to ensure you can open this type of file.

    Good luck!
    Trish in Oz
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    If you attach a sample of your workbook it will be easier to find a solution. Remember to remove/replace sensitive data before uploading the file. Look here if you need help with attachments:
    http://www.excelforum.com/faq.php?fa...b3_attachments

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