Computer shut down, corrupted my database file

[Neisner]

I was working on a rather large spread sheet, when the computer shut down due to lack of power. when I was able to restart the computer, I was unable to open the spread sheet, and icon on the desktop was changed. I am frustrater beyond words. file size is 155k. Thanks

[robleyd]

What happens when you try to open the spreadsheet? "I was unable to open the spread sheet" doesn't really tell us much.
"icon on the desktop was changed" - from what to what? Is this icon the application icon for OpenOffice, a document created by OpenOffice, or something else?

[Neisner]

When I go to open the file, it goes to a text import screen, unicode, language - default, english.

It tells me that it's a read only file

the new icon appears to be a new, revised open office icon

[robleyd]

The likelihood is that your file is totally corrupted. See [Tutorial] How to find and un-delete AOO temporary files for advice on ways to try and recover files.

[John_Ha]

Please upload the file showing the problem so that it can be analysed. Use the Upload attachment tab below where you type (128 kB max); or use a file share site, Dropbox or Google Drive for a larger file.