Hmmmm, that makes sense, but how can I then copy the template file to a
CD-RW, make changes to the CD-RW file, save it, and then transfer the saved
info back to a PC file? I can, as you suggested, change the "read only" by
unchecking it on my PC and then writing it to a CD. But then when I make
changes on the CD it cannot be changed. It tells me to rename it or move it
elsewhere but using any of those options results in a "file cannot be saved
because it is read-only" msg. Any other suggestions?
--
judith


"Dave O" wrote:

Just a guess: I *suspect* the file attributes of any file written to a
CD ROM drive is changed to "Read only" because it prevents programs
from attempting to write changes to a static file.

When the file is transferred to a non-CD ROM drive you can change the
read-only status in Windows Explorer, for instance, by right-clicking
on the file name, selecting Properties, and de-selecting the Read Only
checkbox.