Can I view a .xls file without Excel?
 

I just need to view it, dont need to modify it or anything. Do I need to use Excell or will someone else open it?

you can get openoffice, free and it will open .xls files...

woj knows more than I, I guess

you can always try using openoffice. It is completely compatible with most of the MS office suite and its completely free.

thanks
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There's also a free Excel viewer available. I'd guess a new version for Office 2007 out there but didn't look.

Internet Explorer will open any Microsoft document for viewing !

Doh! I didn't think about the obvious. Thanks. :pimp

You can use notepad too ;)

You could also use Google Spreadsheets I think (free, all online so no downloads)

And I *THINK* viewing it in IE would onlyw ork if you have Office installed...

Yes, you can view excel
http://www.google.com/search?sourcei...e+excel+viewer

that worked perfect

Tried a few times but IE wouldnt open it, im suprised it wouldnt.

Interent explorer will open any Microsoft based software for viewing if you have it installed on your computer.:pimp
So try to use the google version :)