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LockXLS Changelog

What's new in LockXLS 7.2.0

Oct 27, 2023
  • Fixed compatibility issues with Excel 365
  • Fixed issue with splash window, that was expanded to second monitor

New in LockXLS 7.1.3 (Oct 14, 2020)

  • Fixed compatibility problems with Excel 2016 and Excel 2019

New in LockXLS 7.1.2 (Jun 1, 2020)

  • Fixed few anti-virus compatibility issues

New in LockXLS 7.1.1 (May 5, 2020)

  • Fixed few anti-virus compatibility issues
  • Minor bugfixes

New in LockXLS 7.1.0 (Mar 29, 2020)

  • Refactored engine, which solves a number of compatibility issues
  • Reworked interface
  • Minor bugfixes

New in LockXLS 7.0.3 (Oct 4, 2019)

  • Fixed problem with opening locked workbooks by Excel application

New in LockXLS 7.0.2 (Aug 28, 2019)

  • Fixed issue with wrong USB Code generation
  • Fixed bug with disabled menu controls in the Ribbon UI

New in LockXLS 7.0.1 (Aug 19, 2019)

  • LockXLS is compatible with Excel 2019
  • Fixed problems with USB protection

New in LockXLS 7.0.0 (Aug 18, 2019)

  • LockXLS is compatible with Excel 2019
  • Fixed problems with USB protection

New in LockXLS 6.2.3 (Oct 26, 2018)

  • Fixed crash when saving workbooks in the XLSX format

New in LockXLS 6.2.2 (Jul 24, 2018)

  • Fixed problem with LockXLS Runtime registration on the 64-bit Windows

New in LockXLS 6.2.1 (May 28, 2018)

  • Fixed a few compatibility issues with last Excel 2016 update

New in LockXLS 6.2.0 (Apr 16, 2018)

  • Fixed number of compatibility problems with Excel 2016

New in LockXLS 6.1.1 (Jan 21, 2017)

  • Restored ability to save changed cells in the External Files (text format)
  • Fixed problem with saving workbooks in the Excel 2016
  • Executables and setup files are signed with certificate

New in LockXLS 6.1.0 (Jan 21, 2017)

  • Fixed compatibility problems with Excel 2003 and Excel 2016 on Windows 10 platform.
  • Fixed a few issues in the VBA macros
  • Minor improvements and fixes

New in LockXLS 6.0.3 (Jan 21, 2017)

  • Fixed compatibility problem with Excel 2003.

New in LockXLS 6.0.2 (Jan 21, 2017)

  • Fixed problem with opening file located on the Network Drive.

New in LockXLS 6.0.1 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • LockXLS is compatible with Windows 10 and Excel 2016.
  • Fixed serveral bugs reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 5.1.5 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed problem with closing workbooks in the Excel 2013.

New in LockXLS 5.1.4 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed a few problems with saving workbooks in the Excel 2013.

New in LockXLS 5.1.2 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed "Segmentation fault" error in the Linux keygen.
  • Fixed problem with "send by e-mail" feature.
  • Several minor fixes.

New in LockXLS 5.1 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • LockXLS supports Windows 8.1 32-bit and 64-bit.
  • Fixed compatibility issues with anti-virus checking for locked files.
  • Locked files can be used with VSTO document level customization.
  • LockXLS allows to block Save operation for your workbook.
  • Fixed compatibility problems with 64-bit platforms.
  • We've resolved a number of small problems reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 5.0 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • LockXLS supports Windows 8 32-bit and 64-bit.
  • LockXLS supports Excel 2013 32-bit and 64-bit.
  • Simplified, more natural interface.
  • Fixed number of small issues.

New in LockXLS 4.6.32 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Restored Workbook Protection feature for files in the Excel 2003 format. Now LockXLS protects files with password protected structure.
  • Restored ability to save locked files as EXE. This version of the LockXLS saves EXE file in the EXE format.
  • Fixed problem with Norton Internet Security.
  • Fixed problem with connecting to Internet Time Server.

New in LockXLS 4.6.31 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed problem with Norton Antivirus. Now executable files created by LockXLS are not blocked by Norton.
  • Fixed problem with loading old project files.

New in LockXLS 4.6.30 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed several problems with Range.Copy method.
  • Fixed problem with splash image in PNG format.

New in LockXLS 4.6.29 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • New option to start Excel in the hidden state.
  • Fixed problems with USB protection.
  • Fixed problem with Worksheet.Copy method.
  • Fixed several minor issues.

New in LockXLS 4.6.27 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed "ActiveX Component can't create object" error.

New in LockXLS 4.6.26 (Nov 4, 2015)

  • Fixed problem with Product Code list.

New in LockXLS 4.6.25 (Apr 2, 2012)

  • Fixed compatibility problems with Excel 2010.

New in LockXLS 4.6.16 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Reworked clock tampering detection.

New in LockXLS 4.6.15 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Fixed compatibility problem with Solver Add-in.
  • New Reminder Options.

New in LockXLS 4.6.14 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Fixed compatibility problem with Google Desktop Add-in.
  • Fixed several problems with opening locked application.
  • Fixed error message "Library not registered".

New in LockXLS 4.6.5 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • You can create registry keys your product in the Setup Package Wizard.
  • Fixed problem saving workbooks on the network drive.

New in LockXLS 4.6.4 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Added ability to install file as read-only.
  • Fixed problem with multiple versions of Excel installed on same PC.
  • Fixed problem with Workbook.SaveAs method used in the locked executable.

New in LockXLS 4.6.3 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Fixed file corruption problem, happened on the large workbooks.
  • Fixed compatibility issue with AVG anti-virus.

New in LockXLS 4.6.1 (Oct 7, 2011)

  • Added ability to save locked workbooks as template and pdf files.

New in LockXLS 4.6.0 (Feb 21, 2011)

  • Fixed security problem reported on the MrExcel forum.
  • Fixed issues with opening locked workbook from external application.

New in LockXLS 4.5.46 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Compatibility Problem with Excel 2010 is resolved.

New in LockXLS 4.5.45 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with splash window shown twice.
  • Open locked file in external application using ODBC driver.
  • Access LockXLS Runtime Object from external application.

New in LockXLS 4.5.44 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with opening compiled files on the SharePoint 2010.

New in LockXLS 4.5.42 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with saving application on Win XP platform.
  • Fixed compatibility issue with Google Desktop Add-in.

New in LockXLS 4.5.41 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with accessing to Formula property.
  • Fixed problem with mixed shortcut icons in the setup package.
  • Add icon to your product in the Control Panel | Uninstall Program.

New in LockXLS 4.5.40 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with blocked Workbook_Open event.
  • Fixed problem with disabled Immediate and Watch windows.
  • Fixed problem with saving protected templates.

New in LockXLS 4.5.37 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Reworked Import\Export modified data option. Now it is available only in locked files and can be turned on in the LockXLS project.
  • Fixed problem with opening executable on the network.
  • Fixed problem with hidden VBA modules.

New in LockXLS 4.5.34 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with Workbook_Open event.
  • Fixed problem with registering several add-ins in the Setup Package.

New in LockXLS 4.5.31 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Several improvements and fixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.30 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Use Hyperlinks in the custom messages (RTF format)
  • Fixed problems with saving files installed into Program Files folder.

New in LockXLS 4.5.29 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Register Excel Addins (XLA, XLAM, XLL, DLL) using Deployment Wizard
  • Several improvements and fixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.28 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Add custom icon to shortcut in the Deployment Wizard

New in LockXLS 4.5.27 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Register Now button added to the Reminder Dialog.
  • Several improvements and fixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.24 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed several problems with Excel 2010.
  • Fixed problem with removing LockXLS Runtime when MSI package is uninstalled.
  • New method of installing your files without registering LockXLS Runtime
  • New interface to customize captions in the locked files
  • Fixed problems with saving workbook.
  • LockXLS displays information about your license and your Computer Code.

New in LockXLS 4.5.21 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Hardcoder folder can be added to the setup package.
  • Several improvements and fixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.17 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Merge modules can be added to the Setup Package project.
  • Several bugfixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.16 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • You can specify list of the PCs where protected workbook can't be opened.
  • Strings in the End-User License Agreement dialog can be customized.
  • Several bugfixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.15 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • You can change fonts used in the setup package (MSI) created by LockXLS.
  • EULA can be divided into 2 or 3 parts and each part is shown separately.

New in LockXLS 4.5.14 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Several bug-fixes and internal improvements.

New in LockXLS 4.5.12 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed compatibility problem with Norton Antivirus 2010.
  • You can create "uninstall" shortcut for your product.
  • Much faster LockXLS Runtime engine.
  • Several small improvements and bugfixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.11 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • ODBC Excel driver can be used to retrieve data from locked workbooks.
  • Fixed problem with "Run Count" limitation.
  • Fixed problem with reminder dialog.
  • Fixed hang in the LockXLS application when opening Help menu.
  • Sample files updated.

New in LockXLS 4.5.9 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed problem with checking time from the Internet Time Server.
  • Decrypt File - entered Computer Code is remembered by the LockXLS. You should not enter it each time.

New in LockXLS 4.5.8 (Feb 16, 2011)

  • Fixed bug with checking for updates in the LockXLS Runtime.
  • Improvements in the decryption feature.

New in LockXLS 4.5.7 (Apr 13, 2010)

  • French version of the LockXLS is released.

New in LockXLS 4.5.6 (Apr 13, 2010)

  • Fixed bug with LockXLS activation.

New in LockXLS 4.5.2 (Apr 13, 2010)

  • Several improvements and bugfixes.

New in LockXLS 4.5.1 (Apr 13, 2010)

  • Several improvements in the setup package creation.

New in LockXLS 4.5.0 (Apr 13, 2010)

  • LockXLS supports Office 2010.
  • Fixed several problems reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 4.4.0 (Dec 30, 2009)

  • Create Windows Installer setup package (MSI) for your product. All all necessary files, End User License Agreement, shortcuts to your files, banner bitmap, ...
  • Fixed several problems reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 4.3.6 (Dec 30, 2009)

  • Locked files can be used in the Microsoft Sharepoint.
  • Fixed problems with opening read-only files.
  • Fixed several problems reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 4.3.3 (Oct 3, 2009)

  • Custom messages can be stored in the file on disk and linked to LockXLS project.
  • Test command for Splash window, EULA and all messages which you can specify. You can see splash window or dialog exactly how it will appear on customer's PC.
  • Fixed backward compatibility issue.
  • Fixed several problems reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 4.1.19 (Jun 17, 2009)

  • Improved support linked workbooks.
  • Lock Microsoft Excel Template files.
  • Fixed bug with saving xls as pdf.
  • Use LockXLS to build projects from command line.
  • Save encrypted file into subfolders of the project folder - keep your own directory tree structure.
  • Updated Help file.
  • New samples on website.

New in LockXLS 4.1.12 (Mar 24, 2009)

  • Fixed slowness in XLA files.
  • Fixed issue with hiding cells produced by XLA files.
  • New LockXLS Runtime functions could be used in VBA macro.
  • Updated Help file and new sample project on website.
  • File locked with password or trial period can be decrypted on same PC where it was locked.
  • Setup package asks for installation folder.

New in LockXLS 4.1.1 (Jan 15, 2009)

  • Improvements and fixes reported by our customers.

New in LockXLS 2.0 (May 8, 2007)

  • Completely reworked interface
  • Compression feature added to Installation Packages created by LockXLS