| ✅ Can do | ❌ Cannot do | |-----------|--------------| | Remove forgotten sheet protection | Recover or bypass a password | | Remove forgotten workbook structure password | Recover the original password (only remove it) | | Batch protect/unprotect many sheets | Work on password-protected VBA projects | | Batch add/remove File Open passwords (if known) | Remove passwords from read-only recommended files |
Kutools enables you to quickly protect or unprotect multiple worksheets simultaneously using the same password. kutools for excel password
Require a password to open or modify a workbook - Microsoft Support | ✅ Can do | ❌ Cannot do
and then exporting it back to Excel can sometimes strip worksheet-level protection. Comparison: Kutools vs. Standard Excel Standard Excel Kutools for Excel Encryption One file at a time Batch encrypt multiple files Sheet Protection Protects active sheet only Protect/Unprotect all sheets at once Read-Only Mode Via "Save As" General Options Integrated security menus : Always ensure your files are Standard Excel Standard Excel Kutools for Excel Encryption
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