[Solved] Files from old computer are locked for editing

Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk · Post by **Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk** » Tue Feb 11, 2025 2:25 pm

I have copied some .odt files from an old Windows 10 computer to a new Windows 11 machine. File Explorer does not report the files as read only. When I try to open them in Writer I am told the file is locked for editing (by me). I am given the opportunity to open a copy so I can work around this inconvenience but I would like to know if there is an easier way. All I want to do is edit my own files,
Alan.

Post by **RoryOF** » Tue Feb 11, 2025 2:36 pm

With OpenOffice closed go to the folder in which are the files in question. Enable "viewing of hidden and archive files" (words to that effect), and Delete any files of the form ~.lock.Filename.xxx#

Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk · Post by **Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk** » Tue Feb 11, 2025 2:42 pm

Rory,
That's done the trick, thank you. And thanks for responding so quickly,
Alan.

LastUnicorn · Post by **LastUnicorn** » Tue Feb 11, 2025 2:43 pm

How to Show Hidden Files on Windows 11

Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk · Post by **Alan@IDMsoft.co.uk** » Tue Feb 11, 2025 2:48 pm

LastUnicorn,
Thanks, I already had it enabled,
Alan.

[Solved] Files from old computer are locked for editing

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