How Do I Change Read Only Permissions in Windows 10?
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How do I disable read only in Windows 10?

To do this, follow the given instructions:

  1. Press Winkey + X and select Command Prompt (Admin) from the list.
  2. In order to remove the read-only attribute and set a new attribute, use the following command: Enter the command to remove Read-only Attribute.

How do I turn off read only?

Read-only Files

  1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the file you want to edit.
  2. Right-click the file name and select “Properties.”
  3. Select the “General” tab and clear the “Read-only” check box to remove the read-only attribute or select the check the box to set it.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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