XL97: Workbook Created via Automation Opens as Hidden (193432)

WORKAROUND

To work around the problem, use the appropriate method for your situation.

Method 1: If the Workbook Has Already Been Created

If the workbook has already been created, you must unhide it. To do this, follow these steps:

1. On the Window menu, click Unhide.
2. In the Unhide Workbook list, click to select your workbook, and then click OK.
3. On the File menu, click Save.

The workbook will not be hidden the next time you open it.

Method 2: Change the Visual Basic for Applications Code

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Sub AutomationTest()
    Dim xlworkbook As Object
    ' Open the existing file.
    Set xlworkbook = GetObject("C:\Test.xls")
 
    ' Set the Visible property of the workbook window to True.
    ' This will prevent the problem.
    ' Note: This will not make Excel visible during the execution
    ' of this procedure.
    xlworkbook.Parent.Windows(xlworkbook.Name).Visible = True
 
    With xlworkbook
        ' Save the file as a new name.
        .SaveAs "C:\TestA.xls"
        .Close
    End With
    Set xlworkbook = Nothing
 
End Sub