How to open password protected xls

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Louisethorpe
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How to open password protected xls

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Hi,
I have just downloaded open office as my Microsoft office program has disappeared from my pc. I can open all my docs except one. It was a password protected spreadsheet . When I go to open it it asks for a filter.

Which one do I use I have tried a couple but get an error. Or is there no way I can open my spreadsheet now?

Thanks.
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Try the LibreOffice. At least a portable version of it.
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Are you sure it was originally Saved as Password protected, or are you assuming that because it is now asking you to choose an ASCII filter?
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Re: How to open password protected xls

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I set the password. It is just a small excel spreadsheet. But thanks for answering. I have downloaded office as I need to get to the sheet.
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Try the LibreOffice or upload a sample file here.
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