Open the Excel file
Save a backup copy if needed
Go to File
Select Save As
Choose Excel Workbook (*.xlsx)
Click Save
Confirm macro removal if prompted
Open the workbook again
Press Alt + F11
In the VBA editor, open the project
Delete all modules, class modules, and userforms
Remove code from worksheet and workbook objects
Save the file
Close and reopen the workbook
Go to File
Select Options
Open Trust Center
Click Trust Center Settings
Select Macro Settings
Disable macros as needed
Use Developer tab
Click Macros
Delete unwanted macros
Remove any add-ins containing macros
Check for embedded ActiveX controls if needed
Save the cleaned workbook