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User profile for user: jimatprotolife
jimatprotolife Author
User level: Level 1
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Can't save files in Excel for Mac

I recently loaded, then dumped a free application which has left toxic residue in Excel. When I try to save a new file, I get a window that says:

'resample_forMac.xla' could not be found.
Check the spelling of the file name and verify that the file location is correct.
If you are trying to open the file from your list of most recently used files on the File menu, make sure that the file has not been renamed, moved, or deleted.

I have tried to fix this by reinstalling Excel and it still didn't work! I've found a workaround; I can close the file and a working save window appears. It is a pain, however.
Thanks

macbook pro, Mac OS X (10.4.11)

Posted on Apr 2, 2008 3:36 AM

1 reply
User profile for user: PAJohnsy
PAJohnsy
User level: Level 1
5 points

Apr 2, 2008 6:22 AM in response to jimatprotolife

Not sure, but it may be because you haven't uninstalled Excel, rather just re-installed over the top of it. This means that there could be some files left over in your library that are causing the problems. Use app delete (you can find it in the downloads section on the Mac website) to properly uninstall Excel, or try using the original install disk from Microsoft - not sure if they provide a thorough uninstall tool.

Cheers,

Phil

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