My Excel files were imported as read only files how can I change these

I am a new Mac user. When my excel files were copied over from my MS PC they have come over as read only files. How can i change these to "normal" files as they were on my PC? Thanks

More info:
Version: 10.6.8
Format: Mac OS Extended
Sharing & Permissions:
system - Read & Write
admin - Read & Write
everyone - Read only
When I click the lock in the bottom right corner it prompts me for my password but after unlocking it it doesn't allow me to change privelages or give me any new permissions.

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