Date Identified: 2nd May, 2024
Issue: After download of XLAutomation workbooks a Microsoft warning is displayed indicating the file is from an untrusted source and will not allow macros to function.
Affected Versions:
Share Trade Tracker all versions
The Chartist - Share Trade Tracker all versions
Resolution
Follow the steps below to make this XLAutomation workbook trusted and for the macros to function.
Step 1 - Close the workbook
Step 2 - If the workbook is in the Downloads folder on your computer. Move it to one of your folders in your Documents area. It needs to be placed in a trusted area on your computer
Step 3 - Now right click on the XLAutomation workbook and then selected Properties. You should see something like the window below. Check the box to "Unblock" the file and then Click Apply.
Step 4 - Once you have completed these steps you can then double click on the XLAutomation workbook and you should be able to Enable Macros and start using the workbook functionality. This should be a one-off process and the workbook is now trusted on your computer.
Resolution available from following Versions:
Share Trade Tracker v3.5.9 and above
The Chartist - Share Trade Tracker v3.5.9 and above
If this resolution does not resolve the issue on your computer then please contact the XLAutomation Support Team. We will endeavor to investigate and provide a specific solution for you. Ensure that you provide details of your operating system and the version of Office that you are running when you contact the team.
This solution is provided for XLAutomation customers and has been tested in our development and testing environments. Customers that follow the instructions in this solution do so at their own risk and XLAutomation is not responsible for any unintended impacts that might result.