ExcelBanter

ExcelBanter (https://www.excelbanter.com/)
-   Excel Discussion (Misc queries) (https://www.excelbanter.com/excel-discussion-misc-queries/)
-   -   How do I shut off making a backup copy of a file when I save in E. (https://www.excelbanter.com/excel-discussion-misc-queries/2349-how-do-i-shut-off-making-backup-copy-file-when-i-save-e.html)

kboley2004

How do I shut off making a backup copy of a file when I save in E.
 
We have a shared worksheet that many people access and make changes to.
Every time someone saves the file, Excel creates a backup copy of the file in
the folder. How do I shut that feature off?

dlv

options button on the save screen

Debra Dalgleish

Choose FileSave As
At the top right of the Save dialog box, click the Tools button
Select General Options
Remove the check mark from 'Always create backup'
Click OK, click Save
Click Yes, to replace the existing file.

kboley2004 wrote:
We have a shared worksheet that many people access and make changes to.
Every time someone saves the file, Excel creates a backup copy of the file in
the folder. How do I shut that feature off?



--
Debra Dalgleish
Excel FAQ, Tips & Book List
http://www.contextures.com/tiptech.html



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 06:00 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Copyright ©2000 - 2025, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
ExcelBanter.com