Issue removing password protection from an Excel file.

Anonymous
2023-01-31T16:50:56+00:00

I have an Excel file where I am trying to remove the password protection. Under the Review tab neither the Protect Sheet or Protect Workbook are highlighted, yet I am still being challenged to provide the password. Any help on this issue would be appreciated.

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Anonymous
2023-01-31T19:42:18+00:00

Hello,

This is Jay Cee, I'll do my best to help you get the concern sorted, or direct you towards the solution needed.

You may attempt to perform Online repair by following the steps below:

On the Windows Start screen, type Control Panel. Click or tap Control Panel. Under Programs, click or tap Uninstall a program. Click or tap Microsoft 365 or the Office Program installed in the PC, and then click or tap Change. Click or tap Online Repair, and then click or tap Repair. You may have to restart your computer after the repair process is complete.

Please let me know if this helps.

Regards,

Jay Cee

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-01-31T21:28:45+00:00

    Jay Cee,

    Unfortunately this did not work. The answer above from trip_to_tokyo did work. Thanks for your input into this issue. It was most appreciated.

    Joe Kaim

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-01-31T21:25:22+00:00

    Fantastic solution! Thanks for helping me. I can't afford to be pulling out my hair since I have so little left at my age.

    All the best,

    Joe Kaim

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