Why you should never link to another Excel workbook (and what to do instead) Linux Microsoft Microsoft 365 Microsoft 365 Personal Microsoft Excel Technology Why you should never link to another Excel workbook (and what to do instead) Tony Phillips February 22, 2026 Stop using fragile direct links—Power Query creates faster, automated, and more robust workbook connections. Read More Read more about Why you should never link to another Excel workbook (and what to do instead)