> ##### 4.8.2.2 Open an Attachment

> To open an attachment, you must have the application, which was used to create the attachment. In addition, you must define the association between the application and the file extension.

> ###### To open an attachment for viewing only:

> 1. With the work item displayed click the check out for read only button for the attachment.

> Note: Although you can edit the document in this mode, the changes cannot be saved.

> ###### To open an attachment for viewing or editing:

> 1. With the work item displayed click the check out for edit button for the attachment.

> Only one person may edit an attachment at a time. However, any number of people can view an attachment. If you open an attachment for editing, you must remember to check it in when you are done so that others may edit it if necessary.

> Note: You must save attachments to their original name in order for changes to be reflected in the attachment. If you save the attachment to a different name, the changes cannot be seen in Interstage BPM.

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