A macro-enabled Excel file typically has the extension .xlsm and contains VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) code. When you move this file to another computer, Excel may block the macros for security reasons. Follow the steps below to open and use your macro-enabled file successfully.
Guide to Accessing Macro-Enabled Excel Files on Another Device
1. Make sure you have the right Excel version
* Microsoft Excel 2010 or later
* OR Microsoft Office 365 (Windows or Mac)
2. Save the file in the correct format
This file must be saved as:
.xlsm — Macro-Enabled Workbook
Example filename: MyMacroFile.xlsm
If the file ends with .xlsx, macros will NOT work.
3. If the file was downloaded or emailed, unblock it
Before opening:
1. Right-click the file
2. Select Properties
3. At the bottom, tick Unblock (if available)
4. Click Apply → OK
4. Enable Macros inside Excel
When you open the file, Excel may show a yellow message bar:
“Security Warning: Macros have been disabled”
Click Enable Content
(or Enable Macros)
5. Adjust Macro Security Settings (if macros still don’t run)
For Windows Excel
1. Open Excel
2. Go to File → Options
3. Select Trust Center
4. Click Trust Center Settings
5. Go to Macro Settings
6. Select:
Disable all macros with notification (recommended)
or
Enable all macros (not recommended unless trusted file)
7, Press OK
6. Add a Trusted Location (recommended for smooth use)
If the file is safe and used regularly:
1. In Trust Center Settings, click Trusted Locations
2. Click Add new location
3. Select the folder where your file is saved
4. Press OK
Excel will no longer block macros from that folder.
7. Make sure external references or linked files are available
If your macro depends on:
1. Other Excel files
2. Databases
3. Shared folders
4. Add-ins
Make sure those are present on the new system.
8. Ensure that required VBA references are installed (Advanced Users)
If the macro uses extra libraries (e.g., Scripting Runtime, Outlook Library), check:
VBA Editor → Tools → References
Missing references will show as MISSING:
Tick the correct library or install what is needed.
9. Summary for Users
To use this file on another computer:
1. Save as .xlsm
2. Unblock the file (right-click → Properties)
3. Open in Excel and click Enable Content
4. Adjust macro security if needed
5. Add Trusted Location for smoother use
Following these steps will ensure that the .xlsm file opens smoothly and all macros run correctly.
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