Insufficient permissions can stem from various factors. For instance, this message might occur if you do not have ownership of the file. Such issues, including ‘You don’t have permission to save in this location’ and the current permission error, are common but manageable. Even with adequate permissions, you can still face this problem. It often relates to moving an image from another drive or OneDrive to your computer, which can cause the file to be blocked, preventing editing. To remedy the situation, one can unblock the image through the Properties window before proceeding. Below, we present multiple solutions to eliminate the noted error message, allowing you to edit your photos without hindrance.
1. Run Photo Editor as an Administrator
Try launching your third-party photo editor as an administrator if you encounter the error. If you’re using the built-in Windows Photo Editor, skip this step. Sometimes the editor may lack sufficient permissions to save changes to the image. Running the editor with administrative privileges may resolve the issue.
2. Save Picture in a Different Folder
Try saving your edited image in a different folder to bypass the issue. For instance, if the original image is on your Desktop, save the edited version elsewhere. Other users have found this method successful when facing similar permission issues.
3. Change Properties of the Picture
Sometimes, the root cause is the file properties, especially if you’ve transferred the image from another drive or OneDrive. The file might be blocked by Windows, making it uneditable. To change this, unblock the file through the Properties.
4. Repair and Reset Windows Photo App
If none of the previous solutions have worked and you are using the Windows Photo app, it might need repair. This process is straightforward; it identifies and fixes application issues. Should repairing not solve the problem, you may need to reset the app, which reinstalls it.
