I've been using Excel on my iPad for a while, and while it *can* work for short periods, it’s extremely frustrating that I have to uninstall and reinstall the app just to get it functioning. Every time I try to open a file, the app crashes. The only way to get it working again is to remove it completely and reinstall it. Even then, it only works for a while before the crashing starts again.
Here are the issues I’ve been dealing with:
- **Temporary Fix:** After reinstalling, the app will open files and function normally for a short time. But as soon as I close it and try to reopen my file, the crashing starts again.
- **Unreliable for Work on the Go:** As someone who often needs to work on files while out and about, this issue makes Excel incredibly unreliable. I can’t count on the app to function without having to take the time to reinstall it, which is not practical in a work setting.
- **Data Safety Concerns:** I’m always worried about losing important data, as the crashes often happen right when I’m in the middle of editing. The idea of losing my progress after an app crash is stressful, especially when it’s this frequent.
- **Not a Long-Term Solution:** While reinstalling temporarily fixes the issue, it’s not a permanent solution. Microsoft needs to address this problem with an update or bug fix to make Excel reliable for iPad users.
Until this is resolved, I can’t recommend using Excel for any serious work on an iPad, especially if you're trying to get things done quickly and on the go.
Regards
