2] Use the Open With option. Another attempt you can make to open the file in Excel when Notepad is trying to read it is to use the Open With option.

For example, .txt files typically open with Notepad and .jpg files with a photo viewer, and .mp4 files with a media player. All major operating systems—Linux, macOS, and Windows—have their way ...

Launch Notepad and open your file in it. Now, go to “File > Print.”Alternatively, you can also press the Ctrl + P keys on your keyboard. A new Print window will open showing different options.

To build a CSV file to open in Microsoft Excel, you'll need to decide how many columns you'll use in Microsoft Excel for the categories of information you're preparing in Notepad.

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