Microsoft KB Archive/183922

= PPT98: Incorrect Symbol Inserted Using Shortcut Key w/Some Fonts =

Article ID: 183922

Article Last Modified on 10/3/2002

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft PowerPoint 98 for Macintosh

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This article was previously published under Q183922



SYMPTOMS
When you insert a symbol from one of the following typefaces, a symbol other than the one you selected may appear.

Wingdings

Wingdings 2

Wingdings 3

Monotype Sorts

Symbol

Zapf Dingbats



CAUSE
This behavior occurs when you use a shortcut key to insert the symbol. PowerPoint incorrectly maps a decorative or symbol font to the shortcut key. For example, if you are using the Wingdings font and you press OPTION+A, a southwest arrow appears instead of a (1) bullet item.



WORKAROUND
You can work around this behavior and a insert symbol in your presentation by using the Symbol dialog box. To do this, follow these steps:
 * 1) Click the text box where you want to insert the symbol.
 * 2) On the Insert menu, click Symbol.
 * 3) In the Font list, select the font you want to use.
 * 4) Click the symbol you want to use and click Insert.
 * 5) Click Close.



STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the Microsoft products listed at the beginning of this article.



MORE INFORMATION
Additional query words: OFF98 powerpnt powerpt powerpoint98 ppt8 ppt ppt98 powerpnt98 powerpnt8 macppt mac_ppt worng incorrect invalid dropped mixxed lost copied pasted paste copy

Keywords: kbbug kbfont kbformat kbpending KB183922

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