'Save Target As'

[haych83]

Does anyone know any possible reasons why, when I right click a download link, the 'save target as' option is greyed out?

Any answers will be appreciated!

[kira000]

Usually this happens when the item is protected content..
i.e a photo or graphic that you have to buy rights for in order to use it.

[haych83]

But the links I'm trying to right click don't fall under that category - everything I right click has 'save target as' greyed out

[ACtheTROLL]

what happens if you left click and save as?

[haych83]

There isn't a 'save as' option:-

The only options I get are: open, open in new tab, open in new window, copy shortcut, add to favourites and properties.


Save target as, print target, cut, copy and paste are all greyed out.

[haych83]

Sorry - I misread your question, I thought you said right click. I've tried left clicking the link - a new window opens but it stays blank.

[Denise_uk]

I don't know exactly what it is you want to copy or save, but there's a handy little programme called 'Zapgrab' which basically copies anything on your screen for you to save - like a selective screen print where you can choose the area you want to copy. Google it and download it - I've used it a lot and it's very useful.

[bravejordy]

This link might help:-

http://www.vista-xp.co.uk/forums/windows-xp-te chnical/6113-save-target-greyed-out-solved.htm l

[haych83]

I'm trying to download an unsigned artist's song from their website (which they give full permission for!)

[Denise_uk]

Ok, I'm thinking that my wonderful little Zapgrab isn't going to be much help to you then...lol. Sorry! If you paste the web address I'll have a look and see if my computer will let me do it so we can narrow it down to the website or your settings on your computer if that would help?

[haych83]

That's it bravejordy - thank you!

And thanks to everyone for replying : )

[haych83]

Thank you very much for the offer though Denise_uk : )

And thanks for telling me about Zapgrab - I'm sure it'll come in very handy in the future!

[Denise_uk]

No problem at all - glad you're sorted :o)