Don't worry, I'll help you get out of read-only mode.

I'll explain why your company file is read-only and provide troubleshooting steps to return your QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) to normal mode.

Some of the most common causes that initiate the read-only error in QuickBooks are:

• Some other users modified the file and saved it in the read-only mode.
• The default file attribute status has been set to read-only mode when copying the QuickBooks files from a CD.

To remove this, I'd recommend logging in to your account as an admin and open the file to troubleshoot. Let me show you how: 

1. Right-click the QuickBooks Desktop icon and select Run as administrator. 
2. Open the company file, then click the File menu on the upper left side. 
3. Select the Open or restore company option, then Browse and open the company file.
4. Close and re-open the QBDT to save the changes. 

If the issue persists, let's configure your company file folder. Go as follows: 

1. Open the Windows Explorer and find the company file folder.
2. Right-click the file, then select Properties and General.
3. Uncheck the Read-only box and hit Apply. 
4. Run QuickBooks and click on Open or Restore Company.
5. Click on Browse and choose the company file again.

On top of that, ensure that your QBDT release is updated to avoid any issues on your file.

Moreover, read the following articles below to help find your company file or most recent backup and how to fix some issues in your account:

• Find QuickBooks company data files and backups.
• Fix data damage on your QuickBooks Desktop company file.

Remember that you can always ask me about any topics or other processes within QuickBooks. I'm always ready to work with you again. Keep safe.