Unable to Save Excel files to iCloud or Desktop

I recently created a new Excel file and when I go to save it, I get the error message "You do not have permission to save files to this location." "Make sure that you have write access for this location, or select a different location."

This happens when I select either iCloud or my local Desktop. Please advise.

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Jul 12, 2022 11:22 AM

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1 reply

Lindsay_B.

Community Specialist

Jul 13, 2022 12:10 PM in response to jtw_moderne

Hi, jtw_moderne,

Based on what you've described, it sounds like you need to adjust the permissions for either the folder you're trying to save to, or the overall computer disk itself. You can follow the steps in Change permissions for files, folders, or disks on Mac - Apple Support to learn how to change these permissions on your Mac.

Best!

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