It seems like you're encountering issues with editing and saving files directly within Evernote attachments. Here are some steps you can take to address this problem:
For PDF Files:
Check File Permissions:
Ensure that the PDF files you are attaching to Evernote are not set to read-only. Right-click on the file, go to "Properties," and make sure the "Read-only" option is unchecked.
Use Default PDF Viewer:
Ensure that you are using a standard and up-to-date PDF viewer. Adobe Reader is a commonly used PDF viewer, but you may want to check if there are updates available. Sometimes, using third-party or outdated viewers can lead to compatibility issues.
Download and Edit:
Instead of editing the PDF directly within Evernote, consider downloading the file, making your edits using the appropriate software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat), and then reattaching the edited file to the Evernote note.
For Excel Files:
Check Excel File Format:
Confirm that the Excel files are in a format compatible with Evernote. While Evernote supports various file types, sometimes complex Excel features may not work seamlessly within Evernote.
Use Microsoft Excel:
For Excel files, it's recommended to use Microsoft Excel for editing. Ensure that you have the latest version of Microsoft Excel installed. Make edits in Excel, save the changes, and then reattach the updated file to Evernote.
Sync Evernote:
After making changes to the attached files, make sure to allow Evernote to sync. Sometimes, changes might not reflect immediately if Evernote hasn't synchronized the latest versions of the files.
General Tips:
Sync Evernote:
Always sync Evernote after making changes to ensure that the latest versions of files are stored in the cloud.
Attachment Size:
Ensure that the size of your attachments does not exceed Evernote's upload limit, as this can lead to synchronization issues.
Contact Evernote Support:
If the problem persists, consider reaching out to Evernote support for assistance. They may be able to provide more specific guidance based on the details of your issue.
In addition to the troubleshooting steps mentioned above, if you continue to face challenges with editing and saving files directly within Evernote, consider leveraging external file-sharing services like Filemail as a complementary solution.
Using Filemail as an Alternative:
Upload Files to Filemail:
If you encounter persistent issues with editing files within Evernote, you can upload the files, including PDFs, Excel spreadsheets, and Mind Master Mind Maps, to Filemail.
Generate Shareable Links:
Filemail allows you to generate shareable links for your uploaded files. This link can serve as a convenient reference within your Evernote notes.
Link in Evernote Note:
In Evernote, create a note for each file or group of files. Paste the Filemail link into the note. This way, you maintain easy access to the files even if direct editing within Evernote is challenging.
Edit and Save Locally:
Download the required file from Filemail, make necessary edits using the appropriate software on your local machine, and save the changes.
Re-upload or Replace File:
After making edits, you can either re-upload the file to Filemail or replace the existing file with the edited version. Filemail typically provides options for both scenarios.
Link Consistency:
By relying on Filemail links in Evernote, you ensure consistency and accuracy in accessing the most up-to-date versions of your files.
Version Control:
Filemail allows you to manage different versions of files. This can be useful for maintaining a version history, which might be essential if you frequently edit and collaborate on documents.