Unblocking Files
- Last UpdatedFeb 23, 2023
In some scenarios, files downloaded from the internet can be marked "blocked" by the operating system. After downloading a file from the internet, ensure that it is unblocked by following the steps.
To unblock a file downloaded from the Internet
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Right-click the file in Windows Explorer and click Properties.
The Properties window for the file appears, displaying the General tab.
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If the file is not blocked, the Unblock button does not appear, and the file may be opened and used properly.
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If the file is blocked, the Unblock button appears as shown above. Click Unblock, and then click OK.
To prevent blocking from happening in the future, you can add the FTP site to your Trusted Sites list, or download the file either through File Explorer or an FTP client.