READ ONLY "attribute" on folders

[Clavin Schwindt]

Why do all of my folders have the "attribute" "Read Only" assigned to them?
None of the individual files in them is so designated. Also, when I try to
change that "attribute" the change 'does not stick' (going back for a look I
find the original "Read Only" box is still checked). I am the
"Administrator" for this sole user "XP Pro" system, and I have no trouble
changing other settings. Thanks, CGS

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Hi Clavin,

For folders:
The Read-only and System attributes is only used by Windows Explorer to determine whether the folder is a special folder, such as a system folder that has its view customized by Windows (for example, My Documents, Favorites, Fonts, Downloaded Program Files), or a folder that you customized by using the Customize tab of the folder's Properties dialog box. As a result, Windows Explorer does not allow you to view or change the Read-only or System attributes of folders.

You Cannot View or Change the Read-Only or System Attribute of Folders
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=326549

Also, see:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=256614

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Why do all of my folders have the "attribute" "Read Only" assigned to them?
None of the individual files in them is so designated. Also, when I try to
change that "attribute" the change 'does not stick' (going back for a look I
find the original "Read Only" box is still checked). I am the
"Administrator" for this sole user "XP Pro" system, and I have no trouble
changing other settings. Thanks, CGS