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XLT File Extension

The XLT file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Excel Template. XLT is classified as a Data Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open XLT files in Microsoft Excel program.

Excel Template File Type

Excel Template File Type
Extension .xlt
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (35 Votes)
Mime Type application/excel
Default Program Microsoft Excel
Category Data Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a XLT File Type?

The XLT files come with Excel, which allows you to create budget planners, calendars and invoices from templates with predefined formatting. You can create your own custom templates for the reproduction of workbooks or worksheets specific to your needs.

Excel is the most used spreadsheet application in the world. It comes with every version of the Microsoft Office suite and is used in domestic, academic and professional environments.

Although the XLTX file replaced the XLT files, they are still supported by Excel 2007 or Excel.

Free Online XLT Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online XLT tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare XLT files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .XLT (Excel Template) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your XLT files directly from your device with ease.

XLT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Excel Template .XLT File Extensions while opening the .XLT files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open XLT Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Excel Template on your system such as Microsoft Excel.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Excel program for *.xlt (Excel Template) files.

    Associate XLT Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.XLT (e.g example.xlt) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Excel program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .xlt files.

    Associate XLT Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.XLT (e.g example.xlt) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft Excel program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft Excel extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for XLT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the XLT files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open XLT File on Windows

Software License Developer
Microsoft Excel image. Microsoft Excel 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Office image. Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
IMSI TurboPDF image. IMSI TurboPDF 7 for Windows Commercial IMSI

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XLT File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Microsoft Excel image. Microsoft Excel 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Excel for Mac image. Microsoft Excel for Mac 2019 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Planamesa NeoOffice image. Planamesa NeoOffice 2017 for MacOs Commercial Planamesa
Microsoft Office image. Microsoft Office 2019 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XLT file on Linux

Software License Developer

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XLT file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XLT file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XLT file on Android

Software License Developer
SoftMaker Office HD PlanMaker BASIC image. SoftMaker Office HD PlanMaker BASIC 2016.7 for Android Freeware SoftMaker

About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

XLT file extension icon image.About XLT - Excel Template

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Updated 7/1/2025