How to Use

Last updated:July 8, 2026

Use Document Encryption through 2 how-to topics, including setting password protection and managing existing encryption settings; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry path and steps.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Set Password Protection

Entry path: Tap the top-right “≡” icon → Document Encryption → Password Encryption toggle

  1. Open the document that you want to protect.
  2. Tap the top-right “≡” icon.
  3. Select Document Encryption from the list.
  4. Turn on the Password Encryption toggle.
  5. Set a password in the pop-up panel.
  6. Set an Open Password if you want to control who can view the file.
  7. Set a Modify Password if you want to control who can edit the file.
  8. Tap OK to finish.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The document saves the encryption settings.
  • Next action available: The document will request the relevant password when it is opened or edited later.

Tips While Using

  • Keep the password in a safe place. If you forget it, the document may no longer be accessible.
  • Document Encryption currently supports password-based protection only.

2. Manage Existing Encryption Settings

Entry path: Tap the top-right “≡” icon → Document Encryption → update the current password settings

  1. Open the document whose encryption settings you want to manage.
  2. Tap the top-right “≡” icon.
  3. Select Document Encryption from the list.
  4. Turn off Set Open Password or Set Modify Password as needed.
  5. Tap Done to save the change.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The selected password restriction is updated.
  • Next action available: The document will follow the new password rule for opening or editing.

Tips While Using

  • Make sure the current password information is available before changing the settings.
  • When a password option is turned off, the related access or editing restriction is removed.