Unable to delete Word file in an Android Device

Anonymous
2017-04-04T13:04:33+00:00

I am trying to delete a file but Word (android GalaxyNote5) is saying I do not have permission to delete 

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-10-16T02:34:36+00:00

    the files were downloaded into word and I don't want them how can I delete them it keep saying I don't have permission if I need to change the settings how do I do that

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-10-16T16:22:19+00:00

    I had the same issue and message.  The only way that I found it can be done is to go into the Word app and delete the data.  You need to go to the apps menu and select Word then navigate to the "delete data" button.  Trying to delete individual files won't work.  Be aware however, that clearing data will delete all Word files you have. 

    Hope this helps.

    John

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  3. Anonymous
    2018-11-04T12:09:37+00:00

    I cannot delete files sent to me through emails. Its telling me i don't have permission to do so. They appear in "Word"

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  4. Anonymous
    2018-11-04T12:10:52+00:00

    I cannot delete files sent to me through emails. Its telling me i don't have permission to do so. They appear in "Word"

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