Protected documents
Some Connector functions cannot be used when working in a protected Word or Excel document.
| If... | Then... |
|---|---|
A workbook's structure is protected |
Unlinked formulas cannot be relinked. |
A workbook or its structure is not protected, one of the worksheets is protected and some cells are locked |
Unlocked cells will be unlinked, but can still be relinked. |
A worksheet is protected but some cells are locked |
Unlocked cells can be relinked. |
A worksheet is protected |
The Insert Comment command is disabled. |
The document is set to Restrict Editing |
Links cannot be edited unless the user has permission. |
The document is set to Restrict Editing with some Exceptions |
Links cannot be edited, even if the user has permission. |
The document is set to Restrict Editing with Exceptions set to Everyone |
Links can be edited. |
A workbook's structure is protected
The document is set to Restrict Editing



