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Why do multiple versions of the file open when I open an Excel file for edit on desktop?
Issue
When I open an Excel file for edit via desktop, multiple versions of the file are opened.
The Activity section in the FYI drawer also shows numerous start and finish date/times.
Cause
This occurs if the workbook was saved when multiple windows were open for that workbook.
Solution
This is a function of Excel.
The following Microsoft article provides more information and steps on how to help solve the issue:
When you open a workbook, Excel may display multiple windows that contain a copy of that same workbook
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