If Microsoft Word opens files in Read-only mode on your Windows PC, follow these instructions to fix the issue once and for all.

How to Change Read Only Files or Folders. Making a file read-only in Windows means you or a colleague are less likely to delete or change it accidentally. This can be helpful if you don't want any ...

If you prefer local storage, don't worry: you can get back the traditional way of creating documents, in which they're not saved to the cloud until you choose. In Word for Windows, click File > More > ...