APLIKASI CARA UNLOCK FILE EXCEL

When it comes to managing and organizing data, Microsoft Excel is one of the most popular software tools. However, sometimes Excel files are protected by a password, making it difficult to access the data inside. This article will provide you with three different methods to unlock a password-protected Excel file.

Method 1: Use the Password You Already Know

If you are the creator of the Excel file and you protected it with a password, the most straightforward method is to use the password that you set up. If you cannot remember the password, try to recall any personal information that might have been used in creating it. Was it your first pet’s name or your favorite color? Maybe it was a combination of your initials and your birthdate.

If you still cannot remember the password, try using a password manager program to retrieve it. Many password managers have a feature that allows for the retrieval of forgotten passwords.

Method 2: Use VBA Code

If the first method does not work, another option is to use VBA code to bypass the password protection. Here are the steps:

1. Open the password-protected Excel file;
2. Press ALT + F11 to launch the VBA editor;
3. Click on “Module” in the “Insert” menu;
4. Paste the following code into the module window:

   Sub PasswordBreaker()
   
       'Breaks worksheet password protection.
   
       Dim i As Integer, j As Integer, k As Integer
   
       Dim l As Integer, m As Integer, n As Integer
   
       Dim i1 As Integer, i2 As Integer, i3 As Integer
   
       Dim i4 As Integer, i5 As Integer, i6 As Integer
   
       On Error Resume Next
   
       For i = 65 To 66: For j = 65 To 66: For k = 65 To 66
   
       For l = 65 To 66: For m = 65 To 66: For i1 = 65 To 66
   
       For i2 = 65 To 66: For i3 = 65 To 66: For i4 = 65 To 66
   
       For i5 = 65 To 66: For i6 = 65 To 66: For n = 32 To 126
   
       ActiveSheet.Unprotect Chr(i) & Chr(j) & Chr(k) & _
   
           Chr(l) & Chr(m) & Chr(i1) & Chr(i2) & Chr(i3) & _
   
           Chr(i4) & Chr(i5) & Chr(i6) & Chr(n)
   
       If ActiveSheet.ProtectContents = False Then
   
           MsgBox "One usable password is " & Chr(i) & Chr(j) & _
   
               Chr(k) & Chr(l) & Chr(m) & Chr(i1) & Chr(i2) & _
   
               Chr(i3) & Chr(i4) & Chr(i5) & Chr(i6) & Chr(n)
   
            Exit Sub
   
       End If
   
       Next: Next: Next: Next: Next: Next
   
       Next: Next: Next: Next: Next: Next
   
   End Sub

5. Press F5 or click on “Run” to execute the code.
6. The code will cycle through various combinations of letters, numbers, and symbols until it finds a password that works.
7. Once it finds a usable password, the code will display a message box.

Method 3: Use an Online Service

If neither of the above methods work, you can try using an online service to unlock your Excel file. One such service is Online Tech Tips, which offers a free Excel Password Recovery Tool.

Here are the steps:

1. Visit Online Tech Tips’ Excel Password Recovery page;
2. Click on “Browse” to select the password-protected Excel file;
3. Click on “Upload” to submit the file;
4. The service will analyze the file and provide you with a message box that contains the password or a download link to a new file that contains the recovered data.

FAQ

Q: Is it legal to use VBA code or an online service to unlock a password-protected Excel file?

A: It depends on the circumstances. If you created the file and forgot the password, using VBA code or an online service to recover it is entirely legal. If you are trying to access someone else’s Excel file without permission, however, it is illegal.

Q: Will using VBA code or an online service to unlock a password-protected Excel file damage the file or cause data loss?

A: It is unlikely. However, it is always a good idea to make a copy of the file before attempting to unlock it with any method, just in case something goes wrong.

Conclusion

Unlocking a password-protected Excel file may seem daunting, but there are several methods you can try to regain access to your data. Whether you use the password you already know, VBA code, or an online service, make sure to take precautions and protect your data before attempting any unlock method.