Cant access file to attach through WhatsApp

getting this message "" Unable to grant permissions to “Family Doc” because it is no longer in the given location."" when I try to attach a file through WhatsApp on Mac

MacBook

Posted on Jul 29, 2020 10:08 PM

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2 replies

jeremy_v

Community Specialist

Aug 2, 2020 6:22 AM in response to pranav145

Hello pranav145,

We appreciate you reaching out to us regarding this file permissions issue with your Mac. We understand how important it is that everything is working smoothly, and we're happy to assist.

Please check out our macOS User Guide, section: Change permissions for files, folders, or disks on Mac. The actions recommended here will assist with the issue you're experiencing with Family Doc.

Best wishes.

pranav145 Author

Level 1

8 points

Aug 2, 2020 11:03 AM in response to jeremy_v

thanks a lot ... it solved my problem ... :))

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