mkWritable

by NASS e.K.v1.0.0

NASS.mkWritable

Last updated Apr 28, 2026

Remove write protection from Word or Excel files (docx/xlsx).

Install with winget

$ winget install --id NASS.mkWritable --exact --version 1.0.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

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Installers · v1.0.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	inno	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install mkWritable on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id NASS.mkWritable --exact --version 1.0.0. winget downloads the installer from NASS e.K. and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install mkWritable silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id NASS.mkWritable --exact 1.0.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

How do I uninstall mkWritable via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id NASS.mkWritable --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from mkWritable's Apps & Features entry.

Is mkWritable free?

mkWritable is distributed under GPL-2.0. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/manfred-mueller/mkWritable) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does mkWritable work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls mkWritable directly from the publisher.

How do I keep mkWritable up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id NASS.mkWritable --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of mkWritable from microsoft/winget-pkgs.