Windows 10: How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.

Discus and support How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button. in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Edition: Windows 11 Home Single LanguageVersion: 22H2OS build: 22621.2134Using Microsoft AccountThe "encrypt contents to secure data" is grayed out.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by JiaYee Cheong, Aug 26, 2023.

  1. JIAYEE CHEONG
    JiaYee Cheong Win User

    How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.


    Edition: Windows 11 Home Single LanguageVersion: 22H2OS build: 22621.2134Using Microsoft AccountThe "encrypt contents to secure data" is grayed out. What should I do to enable the button?Please help.

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    JiaYee Cheong, Aug 26, 2023
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  2. MINDPOWER15
    Mindpower15 Win User

    How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.

    That is the first thing I tried after reading previous posts. AND that does not work. I tried again exactly what you suggested just to make sure, and still the "encrypt contents to secure data" is grayed out.
     
    Mindpower15, Aug 26, 2023
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  3. MINDPOWER15
    Mindpower15 Win User
    How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.

    To start with please read the original question I asked. I want to secure folder that contains files.

    • I right click on folder
    • click on Advance at bottom right
    • when advance attributes box opens the "encrypt contents to secure data" button is grayed out"
    I did everything that was told of me by ZAB.

    I have no idea when the issue started. This is the first time I decided to use the feature.

    Yes, latest version of Window 10. My details are in the post above.
     
    Mindpower15, Aug 26, 2023
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  4. GREG CARMACK - WINDOWS MVP 2010-2020
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020 Win User

    How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.

    How to enable grayed out "Encrypt Contents to secure data" button.

    Hi Kanishk. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

    See here how to enable EFS in File Properties:

    https://www.ubackup.com/windows-10/encrypt-cont...

    https://techcult.com/fix-encrypt-contents-to-se...



    But be aware that I see lost files regularly when EFS or Bitlocker keys are lost or stop working.

    A simpler method that has never had any files reported lost is to password the files using 7Zip, which I've used for ten years daily without any problems:

    https://www.digitional.com/how-to-encrypt-and-p...

    Feel free to ask back any questions. Please report back results for all steps given so I know what else to suggest if necessary.

    ______________________________________________

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.
     
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020, Aug 26, 2023
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