How to Clear Excel Cache to Improve Performance and Fix Issues
Learn the simple steps to clear Excel cache for better performance and troubleshooting in Office 2016 and later versions.
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To clear Excel cache, especially for improving performance or troubleshooting, follow these steps: Start by closing all open Excel files. Then, navigate to the Excel cache folder, often located in C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Office\16.0\OfficeFileCache for Office 2016 users. Note: The exact path can vary based on your Excel version. Delete the files inside this folder but do not delete the folder itself. Restart Excel for the changes to take effect. This process clears cached files that may slow down Excel.
FAQs & Answers
- What does clearing the Excel cache do? Clearing the Excel cache removes temporary files that may slow down the application, helping improve performance and resolve issues caused by corrupted cache files.
- Where is the Excel cache folder located? The Excel cache folder is typically located at C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Office\16.0\OfficeFileCache for Office 2016 users, though the path may vary depending on your Office version.
- Do I need to delete the entire OfficeFileCache folder to clear Excel cache? No, you should only delete the files inside the OfficeFileCache folder, not the folder itself, to safely clear the Excel cache.
- Will clearing Excel cache delete my important files? No, clearing the Excel cache removes only temporary cached files and does not affect your saved Excel workbooks or personal data.