Opening Excel files in separate windows is a valuable feature that allows users to work on multiple spreadsheets simultaneously, enhancing productivity and efficiency. While this functionality is not native to the Windows environment, there are alternative methods available to achieve the same result.
Examples:
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Using Excel Instances:
- Open Excel and navigate to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Open" and select the desired Excel file.
- Repeat the above steps to open another Excel file.
- Each file will open in a separate instance of Excel, enabling you to work on them independently.
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Using Excel Shortcuts:
- Create a shortcut for Excel on your desktop or preferred location.
- Right-click on the shortcut and select "Properties."
- In the "Target" field, add a space and the path of the Excel file you want to open in a separate window.
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
- Double-click on the shortcut, and the specified Excel file will open in a separate window.
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Using Excel Options:
- Open Excel and go to the "File" menu.
- Click on "Options" and select the "Advanced" tab.
- Scroll down to the "Display" section and check the box next to "Show all windows in the Taskbar."
- Click "OK" to apply the changes.
- Open multiple Excel files, and each file will have its own window on the taskbar, allowing you to switch between them easily.