5 Ways to Fix OneNote Opening Files in Read-Only Mode

OneNote opening files in read-only mode?

Do you know how to fix the OneNote read-only mode?

If not, youve come to the right place.

I have uninstalled and reinstalled OneNote, but nothing changed.

Today we are going to talk about how to fix OneNote opening files in read-only mode in Windows 10.

Here you’re able to see how to view and block the read-only mode.

PressWindows + Ekey combinations to open File Explorer.

In File Explorer, navigate to the location where your OneNote notebooks are stored.

Right-hit the notebook file that shows the read-only mode and clickPropertiestoopen file properties.

Under theGeneraltab, uncheck the checkbox next toRead-onlyas shown below.

Then click theOKbutton to apply the change.

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This post shows you some practical methods.

Now you’re free to check whether you’re free to edit or rename your notebooks.

If it does not work, like try the following methods.

Way 2.

Clear OneNote Cache

Sometimes OneNote cache can be responsible for the notebook read-only mode issue.

PressCtrl + Ato select all files and then delete them.

Are your files get deleted when left-clicking?

Way 3.

Way 4.

Open OneNote and clickFilein the upper left corner.

ClickAccount>Update Options>Update Now.

Wait for the process to complete and check whether the read-only mode issue has been fixed.

Way 5.

Bonus Tip

Your OneNote files may get lost in the process of troubleshooting the OneNote read-only mode.

Or sometimesWindows deletes files automatically.

you’re free to download it to try it out.

This post shows you several useful methods to get deleted or lost Sticky Notes back.