How do I unblock macros that are blocked because the source of the file is untrusted?

Question

When I open any Word document I previously created, the file opens but a red banner above reads: “SECURITY RISK Microsoft has blocked macros from running because the source of this file is untrusted.” All these documents were created by me on this PC using a template I’ve maintained and used for many years. I do use the template macros I’ve created constantly. When I go to Developer > Macro Settings, “Enable all macros” is already selected.

Answer 1

Do you have the file containing the macros located in a "Trusted Location"? See File>Options>Trust Center>Trust Center Settings>Trusted Locations.

Answer 2

Can we not continue on this thread if nothing was every answered?

Yes, you can. You apparently are continuing.

Please read the article I linked and you will likely decide that you want to post a new question to get a quicker and better answer. In that question, you may want to include a link to this, saying that it did not answer your question.

Answer 3

If you send me a copy of the document, referencing this thread in the covering email message, I will investigate the issue.

Answer 4

Hello Segunfunmi,

Thanks for responding to my blocked macros issue. Your solution looks plausible as I have gone down the same road that you suggest in my trying to resolve this myself. As it happened, right after posting this, I did a restart and Word was able to function as usual from then on. I should remember that a restart is a no-brainer possible fix in situations like this.

With my grateful regards,

Tony Amico

Answer 5

Ok I have sent you the file from email