Set or clear read-only status for a workbook file

When you set this option, users get a read-only recommendation when they open the file. This does not prevent users from opening the file as read-write so that they can edit and save changes.

1. On the File menu, click Save As.
2. On the Tools menu in the Save As dialog box, click General Options.
3. Select the Read-only recommended check box, and then click OK.
4. Click Save.
5. If prompted, click Yes to replace the existing workbook.

1. On the Windows Start menu, point to Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Windows Explorer.
2. In the Exploring window, open the drive or folder that contains the file.
3. Click the file name.
4. On the File menu, click Properties.
5. Click the General tab.
6. Select the Read-only check box.

1. On the Windows Start menu, point to Programs, point to Accessories, and then click Windows Explorer.
2. In the Exploring window, open the drive or folder that contains the file.
3. Click the file name.
4. On the File menu, click Properties.
5. Click the General tab.
6. Clear the Read-only check box.