How to unlock a picture in google sheets

How to Unlock a Picture in Google Sheets | Step-by-Step Guide Have you ever inserted an image into your Google Sheets document only to find that you can’t move, resize, or edit it? This is because images can sometimes get “locked” in place, limiting your ability to adjust them freely. In this video, I’ll show you how to unlock a picture in Google Sheets so you can move, resize, or delete it without any hassle. Why Do Pictures Get Locked in Google Sheets? Google Sheets treats images in two main ways: Images in cells – These behave like cell content and move or resize with cells. Images over cells – These float over the grid and can be freely moved or resized. Sometimes, images inserted “over cells” can appear locked if they’re anchored or if the sheet is protected. Understanding these differences helps you unlock and manipulate your images efficiently. What You Will Learn in This Video: How to identify if your image is locked or anchored How to unlock images restricted by sheet protection Ways to unlock and move images “over cells” How to unlock images inserted inside cells Tips to avoid accidentally locking images in the future Workarounds if the usual unlock methods don’t work Step-by-Step Methods Covered: 1. Check Sheet Protection: If your sheet or range is protected, images may be locked from editing. Learn how to check protection settings and remove or adjust them to regain control. 2. Image Anchoring: Understand how images anchored “to cells” can restrict movement and how to change image positioning. 3. Insert Image Properly: Learn how to insert images “over cells” so they can be moved and resized freely, avoiding locking issues. 4. Use the Image Options Panel: Explore the image options menu to adjust positioning, size, and other properties that can affect image lock status. 5. Using Version History: If you can’t unlock an image due to permission issues, find out how version history and sharing settings may help.