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How to unlock a word file as need to edit it

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aayush
aayush Posts: 1,295 Forumite
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I wish to work on word file as a need to update the information am using it on office 365 I have access to but not able to type anything on it

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  • forgotmyname
    forgotmyname Posts: 32,917 Forumite
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    Is the file write protected?

    Right click the file choose properties is it read only?

    or in Word File, info, Protect Document ?
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  • missile
    missile Posts: 11,763 Forumite
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    edited 4 December 2018 at 12:30AM
    If you are unable to change read only status? You should be able to copy and store it as another name to enable editing without password protection.
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