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How to Install NetXcel – Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Learn how to install the NetXcel Excel Add-in from the Office Add-ins Store or using a custom manifest. This guide focuses only on installation. For setup and first use, see our Getting Started Guide.

Prerequisites

  • Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS (latest recommended)
  • Excel Versions: Microsoft 365 Excel, Excel 2016 or newer, Excel for Web
  • Requirements: Internet connection and access to the Office Add-ins store or permission to upload manifests

Install NetXcel from the Office Add-ins Store

Follow these quick steps to install the NetXcel add-in inside Microsoft Excel:

  1. Go to the Home tab in the Excel ribbon.
  2. Click the Add-ins icon on the right side of the toolbar.
  3. Search for “NetXcel” in the Add-ins panel and click Add.
Excel screenshot showing Home tab, Add-ins icon, and NetXcel search steps labeled 1, 2, 3
① Home, ② Add-ins, ③ Search “NetXcel”
Note: After installation, NetXcel will open in the right-side taskpane. If it doesn’t, go to Home → Add-ins → NetXcel.

Install Using Custom Manifest (Optional)

If your organization uses a private or development build, follow these steps:

  1. Obtain the netxcel.xml manifest file from Maayins Technologies.
  2. In Excel, go to Insert → Office Add-ins → My Add-ins → Upload My Add-in.
  3. Upload the XML file and restart Excel if needed.

Troubleshooting

  • Add-in not visible: Restart Excel, ensure you’re signed in with a valid Microsoft 365 account.
  • Office Add-ins store blocked: Ask IT to whitelist the Store, or use the manifest method.
  • Cannot upload manifest: Check Excel Trust Center settings and verify permissions.

Next Steps

Once the installation is complete, you can move on to connecting your NetXcel account and running your first report.

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