.XLC3 File

A .XLC3 file is a Microsoft Excel binary workbook file. It is the file format used by Excel for storing spreadsheets. .XLC3 files are the same as .XLSX files, but they are compressed using the Open XML Format Compression Algorithm (OXFCP). This makes .XLC3 files smaller than .XLSX files, but it also means that they can take longer to open and save.

.XLC3 files are typically used by organizations that need to share large spreadsheets with others. This is because .XLC3 files are smaller than .XLSX files and therefore take less time to transfer over a network.

.XLC3 files were introduced in Excel 2007 and are compatible with all versions of Excel since Excel 2007 on both Mac and Windows. However, older versions of Excel may not be able to open or save .XLC3 files.

.XLC3 files can be opened with any version of Excel that supports the .XLSX file format. However, older versions of Excel may not be able to save spreadsheets in the .XLC3 file format.

Here is a table of the different Excel file extensions and their uses:

Benefits and drawbacks of using .XLC3 files?

Here are some of the benefits of using .XLC3 files:

• Smaller file size: .XLC3 files are compressed using the OXFCP algorithm, which makes them smaller than .XLSX files. This makes them easier to share over a network or to store on a hard drive.
• Improved performance: .XLC3 files can load faster than .XLSX files, especially on older computers. This is because .XLC3 files are already compressed and therefore do not need to be compressed by Excel when they are opened.
• Better security: .XLC3 files can be encrypted to protect them from unauthorized access. This is a useful feature for organizations that need to share sensitive data.

However, there are also some drawbacks to using .XLC3 files:

• Compatibility issues: .XLC3 files are not compatible with older versions of Excel. If you need to share a spreadsheet with someone who is using an older version of Excel, you will need to save the spreadsheet in the .XLSX file format.
• File size limits: .XLC3 files have a file size limit of 2 GB. If you need to create a spreadsheet that is larger than 2 GB, you will need to save it in a different file format, such as .XLSX or CSV.
• Lack of support for some features: .XLC3 files do not support all of the features that are available in .XLSX files. For example, .XLC3 files do not support pivot tables or macros.

Overall, .XLC3 files are a good choice for organizations that need to share large spreadsheets with others. However, it is important to be aware of the compatibility issues and file size limits before using .XLC3 files.

For more information about .XLC3 files, you can reference to our .XLSX files.