If you work frequently with a Microsoft Office application, then you have to do the same things over and over, such as formatting text in a document or copying. Then you should know what macros are and how you can automate most of the routine operations with their help. But at the same time, macros are programs, so they are potentially dangerous. For example, someone can write a macro into a document that, when opened, will infect the computer with a virus.
It is necessary
- - a computer;
- - Microsoft Office 2007.
Instructions
Step 1
Of course, macros make working in Microsoft Office a lot easier. But nevertheless, if you use them, there is always a risk of getting malware. Especially if you often have to open documents from unverified sources. In such cases, it is better to disable macros or at least configure the system in such a way as to make working with them as safe as possible.
Step 2
Next, we will consider the procedure for removing macros using the example of Microsoft Office 2007. Start the Microsoft Office program (Word, Excel). You need to select the section, the macros from the documents of which will be removed. If you deselect macros from Word documents, they will still be included in Excel documents. Click on the Office button located in the upper left corner of the program window. Then, from the bottom right side of the window that opens, select the "Parameters" line.
Step 3
In the window that appears, select the option "Trust Center". Then, in the lower right corner of the window, select the "Parameters" line, then the "Macro Parameters" component. Now check the box that suits you best.
Step 4
If you click on the "Disable without notification" option, then all macros will be completely disabled, regardless of the digital signature or certificate. Select this option if you have no trust in macros. Disable with notification works by default. When the macro appears, a dialog box will be shown in which you can either enable it or deny it.
Step 5
The Disable all except digitally signed macros option means that if a macro is not digitally signed securely, it will be automatically disabled. If a digital signature is present, a window will appear in which you can either enable the macro or reject it. The last item is "Include All". It is better not to select this option if you are not sure about the sources of macros, as you risk the failure of the operating system.
