how to keep your word files from saving as read only
In a Word file, click the Microsoft Office Button, and then click Save As. Click Tools, and then click General Options. Select the Read-only recommended check box. Click OK.Click Save. If prompted, click Yes to update the existing file with the new read-only setting.n Microsoft Office Word 2007. In a Word file, click the Microsoft Office Button, and then click Save As. Click Tools, and then click General Options. Select the Read-only recommended check box. Click OK. Click Save.