You can now edit password-protected Microsoft Office files directly within Google Workspace

• Microsoft Office password-protected files are now fully compatible with Google Workspace
• Previously, users had to download the files and open them in other software
• Google's push for interoperability and removing vendor lock-in is evident

An important new update to Google Workspace means you can now edit password-protected Microsoft Office software files directly within Docs, Sheets and Slides – or in other words, within your company's primary ecosystem, without having to navigate to alternative software.

This is big news for Google Workspace users as it offers one more reason why they may no longer need to subscribe to two different licenses.

When opening protected files, Google now lets users input the password and enter view-only or edit modes.