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Information on the Macro Developer's Kit for Word for Windows
'Article ID: Q85950

Creation Date: 01-MAY-1992

Revision Date: 26-MAR-1997' 2.00 2.00a 2.00a-CD 2.00b WINDOWS

The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Word for Windows, versions 2.0, 2.0a, 2.0a-CD, and 2.0b

SUMMARY

The Macro Developer's Kit (MDK) for Microsoft Word for Windows is now available. This kit is a great source of information for consultants, in-house developers, and others who need to develop macros with Word for Windows.

MORE INFORMATION

The MDK provides information to help developers and consultants tailor Word for Windows to meet the needs of end users and corporate clients.

The Microsoft Word for Windows Macro Developer's Kit includes the following items:

  &quot;Using WordBasic&quot;: An updated version of the easy-to-read macro language tutorial (WordBasic command reference) written by WexTech Systems and Microsoft.  Developer's Handbook: A handbook that includes materials on optimizing dynamic data exchange (DDE) with Word, tips and tricks to get the most out of WordBasic, examples of third-party products that can be integrated with Word, and information on how to create interactive help files using WordBasic. (The Developer's Handbook was compiled from the 1991 Microsoft Developer's Forum.) Fields Documentation: Documentation on how to take full advantage of fields in Word for Windows. (This information is also available in the online help system in Word for Windows.) RTF Specifications: Rich Text File format specifications used for add-on products that need to read Word for Windows files. Microsoft Consultant Relations Program Information: Information on how to become part of this program and how to locate a WordBasic consultant or developer. This program includes the following benefits: customer referrals, product information, and special access to Microsoft Product Support Services. Microsoft Certified Professional Program Information: Information on how to become part of this program and receive a certificate that confirms your technical proficiency on Microsoft products. WordBasic Update Document: Documentation on changes from WordBasic 1.x to 2.x.

The cost of the MDK is $19.95 plus shipping and handling. To order the Microsoft Word for Windows Macro Developer's Kit, call (800) 323-3577. If you are outside the United States, contact the Microsoft subsidiary for you area. To locate your subsidiary, call Microsoft International Customer Service at (206) 936-8661.
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