Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Unleashed

Permissions for This Document Library

Site administrators should be aware that lists permissions can be customized, and be familiar with the process. However, they should also be aware that lists and libraries with customized or “unique” permissions can be difficult to manage, and records should be kept of the changes that are made. There is no “magic” report that lists all unique permissions used within a site collection or site, so a general best practice is to avoid customizing permissions for lists and libraries unless strictly necessary.

Tip

Instead of customizing permissions on a list or library basis, consider creating a subsite with the revised permissions for that site—for example, if a site (http://intranet/SiteA) is accessible to ...