hello,

how do i prevent an excel file being opened as read only if the file is
already opened by another user. this particular file is on the file server
and accessed by multiple users.

What I want is an alert if the file is already opened which says the file
cannot be opened as read only and click ok to close. the alert to inlcude the
username who has the file opened.

workbook sharing is not an option as it breaks my various vba macros

appreciate any help...

cheers