Summary

This article explains how file/folder owners can modify access for those with whom the files/folders have already been shared.

How-To

Notes: 

• Only the file owner can modify access to files/folders in a SharePoint site.

• The provided instructions on modifying access are only applicable to users that have already had files/folders shared with them.

Instructions

Step 1 - Right-click on the desired file/folder to edit the access level for.

Step 2 - Select Share.

Step 3 - Click a profile picture at the bottom of the page.

Step 4 - Select Owner, Can Edit & View (pencil icon), or Can View Only (pencil with line through icon) from the drop-down options to the right of the users.

Outcome

The individual permissions of each user is updated. 

Further Readings

SharePoint: Sharing Site Files

Need additional help?

For assistance concerning site creation, content sharing, file synchronization, or other common SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, or Office app activities, we recommend our Microsoft 365 Learning sites:

• USNH M365 Learning Pathways: On-Demand Online Walk-throughs, Tutorials, & Guides for M365 Products
  https://universitysystemnh.sharepoint.com/sites/M365LP/
• SharePoint Success Site: Learn How to Plan, Build, Launch, Share, & Manage Your Sites
  https://universitysystemnh.sharepoint.com/sites/SharePointSuccessSite/

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