{"id":22292,"date":"2023-10-09T11:22:40","date_gmt":"2023-10-09T05:52:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/?p=22292"},"modified":"2025-10-09T12:35:38","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T07:05:38","slug":"freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/","title":{"rendered":"Freeze Panes not Working in Excel: Solved [September 2024]"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"border: 2px dashed #eeeeee; height: 181px;\" width=\"970\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #eee; text-align: justify;\"><strong>Summary: This blog addresses the common issue of Freeze Panes not working in Excel. It offers step-by-step solutions and advanced options like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/software\/repair-excel-file.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stellar Excel Repair<\/a> Tool. The blog also includes FAQs for troubleshooting.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cloud.stellarinfo.co.in\/gle\/file-repair\/StellarRepairforExcel.exe\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13328 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/free-download-1.png\" alt=\"stellar-data-recovery\" width=\"252\" height=\"72\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/free-download-1.png 252w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/free-download-1-150x43.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 252px) 100vw, 252px\" \/><\/a><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Freeze panes not working in Excel?<\/p>\n<p>You are not alone. Several other people are asking the same question in the Microsoft Tech Community.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22296 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-panes-not-working-in-Excel.jpg\" alt=\"Freeze panes not working in Excel\" width=\"650\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-panes-not-working-in-Excel.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-panes-not-working-in-Excel-300x123.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-panes-not-working-in-Excel-150x62.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-panes-not-working-in-Excel-610x250.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The issue of Freeze panes not working in Excel formula can make work difficult. But the good thing is that it&#8217;s fixable.<\/p>\n<p>Freeze panes in Excel allow you to lock specific rows or columns in your worksheet. This keeps them visible as you scroll through your data.<\/p>\n<p>This functionality enhances the usability of Excel, especially when dealing with large datasets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In this blog post, we&#8217;ll explore:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv1\"><strong>How do you freeze panes in Excel?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv2\"><strong>Common issues with Freeze panes [Plus ways to fix them]<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv3\"><strong>Problem 1: Freeze Panes option greyed out<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv4\"><strong>Problem 2: Panels Aren&#8217;t Staying Frozen<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv5\"><strong>Problem 3: Freeze Panes Not Working in Specific Worksheets<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv6\"><strong>Problem 4: Freeze Panes Has No Effect on Rows or Columns<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/freeze-panes-not-working-in-excel-solved\/#srv7\"><strong>When All Else Fails: Advanced Solutions for Freeze Panes Not Working<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv1\">How do you Freeze Panes in Excel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Before we address ways to fix Freeze panes not working in Excel, let\u2019s see how to freeze panes in Excel:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22299 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/How-do-you-freeze-panes-in-Excel.jpg\" alt=\"How do you freeze panes in Excel\" width=\"650\" height=\"353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/How-do-you-freeze-panes-in-Excel.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/How-do-you-freeze-panes-in-Excel-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/How-do-you-freeze-panes-in-Excel-150x81.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>1: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the row or column that you want to appear as frozen. (The one just below the row or to the right of the column you want to freeze).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigate to the<em><strong> &#8220;View&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> tab in the Excel ribbon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the <em><strong>&#8220;Freeze Panes&#8221;<\/strong> <\/em>dropdown in the<em><strong> &#8220;Window&#8221;<\/strong> <\/em>group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose <em><strong>&#8220;Freeze Panes&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> to freeze the selected row or column. Or <em><strong>&#8220;choose Freeze Top Row&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> to freeze the top row and <em><strong>&#8220;Freeze First Column&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> to freeze the leftmost column.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fix-unexpected-error-changes-to-data-cant-be-saved-in-windows-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to fix \u2018Unexpected Error: Changes to Data Can\u2019t Be Saved\u201d in Windows 11?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv2\">Common Issues with Freeze panes [Plus ways to fix them]<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some common problems related to <\/span><b>Freeze panes not working in Excel formulas <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you might encounter. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv3\">Problem 1: Freeze Panes option greyed out- Freeze Panes Not Working in Excel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, users find that the Freeze Panes option is grayed out and inaccessible. This can happen due to certain Excel settings or limitations within the worksheet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22297 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-Panes-option-greyed-out.jpg\" alt=\"Freeze Panes option greyed out\" width=\"650\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-Panes-option-greyed-out.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-Panes-option-greyed-out-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Freeze-Panes-option-greyed-out-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 1: Check for Multiple Worksheets<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One reason for Freeze panes being grayed out is having multiple worksheets selected. To enable Freeze Panes, ensure that only one worksheet is active. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it&#8217;s still grayed out, proceed to the next solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 2: Ensure You&#8217;re in the Right View<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excel offers different views, such as Normal, Page Layout, and Page Break Preview. The Freeze Panes option may not be available in all views. To resolve this, follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the <em><strong>&#8220;View&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> tab in the Excel ribbon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you are in the <em><strong>&#8220;Normal&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> view.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22300 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Make-sure-you-are-in-the-Normal-view.jpg\" alt=\"Ensure You're in the Right View\" width=\"650\" height=\"292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Make-sure-you-are-in-the-Normal-view.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Make-sure-you-are-in-the-Normal-view-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Make-sure-you-are-in-the-Normal-view-150x67.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once you&#8217;re in the Normal view, check if the Freeze Panes option is now accessible. If it&#8217;s still grayed out, let&#8217;s move on to the next solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Solution 3: Check Worksheet Protection<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your worksheet is protected, certain features like Freeze Panes may be disabled. To unlock Freeze Panes, you need to unprotect the worksheet. Here&#8217;s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the<em><strong> &#8220;Review&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> tab in the Excel ribbon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Select <em><strong>&#8220;Unprotect Sheet.&#8221;<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22301 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Select-Unprotect-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"Check Worksheet Protection\" width=\"600\" height=\"322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Select-Unprotect-Sheet.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Select-Unprotect-Sheet-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Select-Unprotect-Sheet-150x81.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>3: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the password and unprotect the sheet to be able to use Freeze panes again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/fix-file-could-not-be-found-error-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u2018File Could Not Be Found\u2019 Error in Excel: How To Fix?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv4\">Problem 2: Panels Aren&#8217;t Staying Frozen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applied Freeze Panes to keep rows or columns visible, but they don&#8217;t remain frozen? This issue can occur if the worksheet structure or layout is causing conflicts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 1: Check for Blank Rows or Columns<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blank rows or columns within your frozen area can disrupt Freeze Panes functionality. Ensure that there are no empty rows or columns within the region you&#8217;ve frozen. If you find any, consider removing or adjusting them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 2: Adjust the Freeze Panes Position<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, the positioning of the frozen area can affect its behavior. To change the position of frozen rows or columns:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the cell just below the row you want to freeze or to the right of the column you want to freeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigate to the<em><strong> &#8220;View&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> tab.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select <em><strong>&#8220;Freeze Panes&#8221;<\/strong> <\/em>and choose<em><strong> &#8220;Unfreeze Panes&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> to remove the existing freeze.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reapply Freeze Panes, selecting a different row or column if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong id=\"srv5\">Problem 3: Freeze Panes Not Working in Specific Worksheets<\/strong> <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes Freeze panes work perfectly in one worksheet but fail to work in another. This discrepancy might be related to the individual characteristics of each worksheet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 1: Check Worksheet Structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify that there are no merged cells, hidden rows, or columns. Also, check for other unusual formatting that could interfere with Freeze Panes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 2: Worksheet-Specific Freeze Panes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excel allows you to apply Freeze Panes separately to each worksheet in a workbook. Make sure you&#8217;ve applied Freeze Panes to the specific worksheet where you want it to work. Each worksheet maintains its own Freeze Panes settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong id=\"srv6\">Problem 4: Freeze Panes Has No Effect on Rows or Columns<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, users may apply Freeze Panes, but there&#8217;s no visible change in the worksheet. This can be perplexing and may require a closer look at the specific settings and data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Solution 1: Reset Excel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In rare cases, Excel might encounter temporary glitches. You can reset Excel to its default settings by closing and reopening the program. Ensure you save your work before doing this. Then restart Excel to see if Freeze Panes functions as expected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still struggling with <\/span><b>Freeze panes not working in Excel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Read on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/how-to-recover-deleted-excel-files\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Recover Deleted Excel Files?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong id=\"srv7\">When All Else Fails: Advanced Solutions for Freeze Panes Not Working in Excel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, the common solutions will resolve the issue of <\/span><b>Freeze Panes not working in Excel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, if none of them work for you, it may be time to explore more advanced solutions. Here are some options to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>1. Excel Repair Utility<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excel includes a built-in repair utility. It can help resolve various issues, including problems with Freeze Panes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The location of this utility may vary depending on your Excel version. Typically it is found under <em><strong>&#8220;Help&#8221; or &#8220;File&#8221; as &#8220;Office Repair&#8221; or &#8220;Repair Excel.&#8221; <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running this tool can often fix underlying problems within Excel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/how-to-fix-the-file-is-corrupted-and-cannot-be-opened-error-in-excel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Fix \u201cThe file is corrupted and cannot be opened\u201d Error in Excel?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Reinstall Microsoft Office<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also consider reinstalling Microsoft Office. This step involves uninstalling Office and then performing a fresh installation. It&#8217;s a more drastic measure, for sure. But it can resolve deep-seated problems with Excel and its features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Excel Repair Tools<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third-party Excel repair tools can be quite effective in addressing complex Excel-related issues. Including those related to Freeze Panes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/software\/repair-excel-file.php\"><b>Stellar Repair for Excel<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a powerful Excel repair tool. It efficiently repairs corrupt Excel files, ensuring data integrity. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Stellar Repair for Excel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works with various Excel versions,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offers batch repair,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handles severe corruption, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a preview of recoverable objects. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s the simple 3-step process to use it:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-22298 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Heres-the-simple-3-step-process-to-use-it.jpg\" alt=\"Freeze Panes not Working in Excel\" width=\"650\" height=\"304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Heres-the-simple-3-step-process-to-use-it.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Heres-the-simple-3-step-process-to-use-it-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Heres-the-simple-3-step-process-to-use-it-150x70.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Heres-the-simple-3-step-process-to-use-it-320x151.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>FAQs- Freeze Panes Not Working in Excel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>1. Why can&#8217;t I Freeze Panes in Excel?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There could be several reasons why you are unable to <\/span><b>freeze panes in Excel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some of them include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cell Editing Mode is active in the workbook.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Excel file may be corrupted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The worksheet is protected, restricting Freeze Panes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Options in Excel settings are disabled.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Excel software is outdated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The selected row or column for freezing may be incorrect.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Excel workbook may not be in normal file preview mode.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>2. How do I reset my freeze panes?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To unfreeze panes:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click <em><strong>&#8220;Freeze Panes.&#8221;<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select <em><strong>&#8220;Unfreeze Panes&#8221;<\/strong><\/em> from the menu.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/excel-crash-issue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Resolve Excel Crash Issue?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. What precautions should I take before using Stellar Repair for Excel?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some precautions to take before using <\/span><b>Stellar Repair for Excel <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always backup your Excel files.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure Excel is closed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temporarily disable Excel add-ins.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.co.in\/blog\/repair-excel-file-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Repair Excel File Online?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summary: This blog addresses the common issue of Freeze Panes not working in Excel. 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