New Numbers update. Some of my numbers when updated cannot be saved

I will update a file but when I save. File cannot be saved. I have not tried the Duplicate option.

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.4

Posted on Apr 7, 2025 10:30 AM

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Posted on Apr 8, 2025 12:07 AM

OK, I have found a solution. My file is quite heavy (98MB), so I don't know about yours.

My fix was to go, IMMEDIATELY after opening the file in Numbers, to File > Advanced > Change File Type > Package (it was set to single file).

Since that modification, I'm able to modify and save my file.

I don't know what it changes, or if there's any drawback, but as for know i can work again!

Hope it helps you too.

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Apr 8, 2025 12:07 AM in response to ARMKV

OK, I have found a solution. My file is quite heavy (98MB), so I don't know about yours.

My fix was to go, IMMEDIATELY after opening the file in Numbers, to File > Advanced > Change File Type > Package (it was set to single file).

Since that modification, I'm able to modify and save my file.

I don't know what it changes, or if there's any drawback, but as for know i can work again!

Hope it helps you too.

Apr 7, 2025 11:37 PM in response to davidreburn

I have the same problem as you. I have tried the Duplicate option in the File Menu, but i got the same error "The Document could not be autosaved. Your most recent changes might be lost."

I have move the file from iCloud Drive to my Desktop, even to a folder that is not on iCloud, with the same results.

I have restarted Numbers and my computer many times, with no evolution (except that i have indeed lost every change).

I have duplicated the file via Finder, but neither copy is working. In fact, when i open the file, i have a few seconds during which modifications and saving are working, then it's over.

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