Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
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If you are saving to OneDrive, files are automatically saved. Thus, there is no need to manually save when you close a file.
Save or not save dialog missing
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Frank Kirshenbaum
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when I go to close a file, it saves it without giving me the dialog box to save or not save
Microsoft 365 and Office | Other
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Arlene D 36,075 Reputation points Independent Advisor2026-02-25T15:13:56.61+00:00 Hello,
Did this happen with all files or only some? Try checking File > Options > Save and Advanced settings to ensure prompts are enabled. If settings are correct but the issue persists, run a Quick Repair via Control Panel or open the file in safe mode to rule out add-ins. Let me know how it goes.