Microsoft KB Archive/65228

Locating the Insertion Point in Word for Windows PSS ID Number: Q65228 Article last modified on 07-21-1994

1.00 1.10 1.10a 2.00

WINDOWS

Summary:

In some cases, the insertion point in Microsoft Word for Windows can be difficult to locate. The following example illustrates such an instance:


 * 1) In a document, type text to fill one line and wrap to 1.5 inches on the next line.
 * 2) Change the document margins from the default 1.25 inches to .5 inch by opening the Format menu, choosing Document, and typing the measurements.

The text is reformatted to fit on one line and the insertion point disappears. Its actual location is beyond the right-hand edge of the screen at the end of the text.

To locate the cursor, run the Go Back command by pressing SHIFT+F5.

More Information:

The Go Back command retains the last three insertion points where editing changes were made and the insertion point’s current location.

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Word for Windows versions 1.0, 1.1, and 1.1a. This problem was corrected in Word for Windows 2.0. New or updated Microsoft products can be obtained from Microsoft Sales Information Center at (800) 426-9400. If you call from outside the United States, contact Microsoft International Customer Service at (206) 936-8661. Reference(s):

“Microsoft Word for Windows User’s Reference,” pages 142 and 216

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