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Sue DuganSue Dugan 

can't save my file, .

It says says because of a sharing violation.  This started after I performed a 'PC performance' from my AVG Tune UP.   When I try to save it says save to another file.  I can't even save over the original file as it gives me the same sharing violation message.
Sathish MahalingamSathish Mahalingam (Avast)
Hello Sue,
We do understand your concern. We apologize for the inconvenience caused. Could you please specify the exact message that you receive and share a screenshot of the same? So that we could assist you better.
Thank you.
Sue DuganSue Dugan

It says your changes could not be saved to '2015.....(my file)' because of a sharing violation.
Then when I click the show help box, it says:
When saving a file, a sharing violation can be caused by the way an antivirus application interacts with Microsoft Office.
Check with your antivirus provider to make sure that the current version of the application, including updates, is installed. The antivirus provider might also have information or solutions for sharing violation issues.
Then when I say okay, its says:  The file you are trying to open, (gives a weird number), is in a  different format than the file extension.  verify that the file is no corrupted and is from a trusted source before opening.  
Corliss GrantCorliss Grant
I'm getting the same message and problem with saving Microsoft Excel.  I followed the instructions for reupdating my AVG, but am still getting the same error message..
Bhuvaneswari VairavanBhuvaneswari Vairavan (Avast)
Hello Sue,
kindly request you to restore changes made by AVG PC TuneUp program in your computer. Please refer the link http://avgread.me/1PRjWyU and let us know the results.
Thank you.
Bhuvaneswari VairavanBhuvaneswari Vairavan (Avast)
Hello Corliss,
We apologize for the inconvenience caused. Kindly let us know if you have installed either trial or paid version of AVG PC TuneUp in your computer so that we will be able to assist you better.
Thank you.
Sue DuganSue Dugan
I have no problem with your instructions except I don't know which one of the AVG performance I am supposed to restore.  Please advise.
Corliss GrantCorliss Grant
I paid for my version of AVG.
Sue DuganSue Dugan
I deleted antyhing that had the word Performance.  It seems to be working now.  I will let you know if that changes.

Now why would I want to improve my performance?   should I just let it stay as it is?  Or is there another fix that I can do, so that I have the maximum performance on my AVG?????
Rajarajan SooiyachanthRajarajan Sooiyachanth (Avast)
Hello Sue,

It is really nice to hear from you that the issue has been resolved .Thank you so much for letting us know. I really appreciate your valuable efforts in fixing the issue. Since the issue is fixed by now, it is not required to tune up your computer regularly using your AVG PC Tune Up program. Please feel free to contact us back for any further assistance so that we will be really glad to assist you .

Thank you.
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