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2014/03/31

Files that are received in e-mail, or that originate from an Internet source, are automatically opened in a Protected View so you can view the content before you choose whether to enable the file for editing.

To Use Protected View:

1. Opening in Protected View is automatic. A message bar appears below the Ribbon to indicate that your file has been opened in Protected View.
2. If you trust the contents and choose to proceed with editing, click Enable Editing on the message bar to close Protected View.

To manage Protected View settings:

1. Click the File tab to open Backstage view.
2. Click Options, then in the Options dialog box, click Trust Center.
3. On the right, click the Trust Center Settings button.
4. In the Trust Center dialog box, click the Protected View tab to display options for enabling Protected View.

From Microsoft Tips