Installation and Setup
Embark on your journey by mastering the installation and configuration process. From setting up MODLR for Excel on your system to configuring the add-in to suit your needs, this section will ensure you're up and running smoothly.
Operating Requirements
Before diving in, make sure your system is prepared to maximize your experience:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or 11
- Excel Edition: Microsoft Excel x64 bit edition
- .Net Framework Runtime 4.8 or newer
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Mac OS and Linux Operating Systems versions of MS Excel does not support the same level of integration as is needed for low level integration with MODLR. As such these platforms are not supported.
Step by Step Guide
Download the MODLR for Excel install file
Download the installer for the latest version of the MODLR for Excel plugin. The latest version can be found here (this link will download the file immediately without opening a separate page). The install file will be downloaded as a zipped folder.
Close Excel
Before starting the installation process, close any windows of Excel you may have open on your device.
Extract the installer
The installer executable needs to be extracted from the compressed folder. Right-click on the downloaded zipped folder, and click 'Extract All...'.
This will open a window confirming where the folder should be extracted to. Click the 'Extract' button to extract the install files in the same location as the download.
The installer should now be accessible.
Run the install file
Open the extracted folder, and double-click on the MODLRExcel-user.msi file to start the installation wizard. This will bring up the installation wizard window.
WARNING
If you have a previously installed addin prior to v2.0.0, you will need to uninstall it prior to installing the new version.
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Running the installation may require administrative permissions to run depending on your workplace policies. If you do not have administrative rights on your device, you may need to contact your system administrator.
Install the plugin
Click 'Next >' and follow the instructions in the installation window until it is complete.
Open Excel
Open Excel on your device, and open a spreadsheet. You should now see the MODLR tab near the top, next to the Help tab.
WARNING
If the MODLR tab is not visible at this point, the plugin will need to be enabled through Excel.
Enable MODLR for Excel plugin
Open Excel Options
Click 'File' in the top-left corner of your Excel window, then click 'Options' at the very bottom of the window. This will open the Excel Options window.
Manage Excel Add-ins
Click 'Add-ins', and then click the 'Go...' button next to the 'Manage: Excel Add-ins' drop-down.
Enable Excel plugin
This will bring up a small Add-ins window. Make sure that 'MODLRExcel Add-In' is checked, and then click 'OK'.
The MODLR for Excel plugin should now be installed, enabled, and ready to use.
Manage COM Add-ins
Select 'COM Add-ins' in the Manage drop-down, and then click the 'Go...' button next to the 'Manage: COMS Add-ins' drop-down.
Enable COMS plugin
This will bring up a small Add-ins window. Make sure that 'MODLRExcel Add-In' is checked, and then click 'OK'.
The MODLR for Excel plugin should now be installed, enabled, and ready to use.
Updating
In the settings window for the MODLR Add-In there is a button to check for updates. If you are using an older version of the add-in you will be a prompted to download the latest version. Alternatively the latest version can be downloaded manually here. After downloading the latest version of the MODLR excel add-in, follow the installation and setup instructions above to complete the update.
Installation troubleshooting
If you have any issues using the plugin, especially after an update to Windows or Excel, please try a clean installation of the plugin. This can be done by simply running the setup file again to uninstall the plugin (select 'Remove' in the installation wizard), and installing the plugin again.
Still having issues?
Contact us through the support portal.