Microsoft KB Archive/214221

= WD2000: Deleted Text Not Displayed When Hidden Text Option Is Selected =

Article ID: 214221

Article Last Modified on 12/6/2000

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Word 2000 Standard Edition

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This article was previously published under Q214221





SYMPTOMS
When you use the Track Changes While Editing option, text marked as deleted text disappears, even when the option to view all non-printing or hidden characters is turned on.



CAUSE
The Deleted Text Mark option has been set as Hidden.



WORKAROUND
Change the Deleted Text Mark option to Strikethrough.

To change the Deleted Text Mark option to Strikethrough, use either of the following methods:

Method 1: In the Highlight Changes Dialog Box

 * 1) On the Tools menu, point to Track Changes, and click Highlight Changes.
 * 2) Click Options.
 * 3) Under Deleted text, in the Mark list, select Strikethrough.
 * 4) Click OK to accept and return to the Highlight Changes dialog box.
 * 5) Click OK to return to the document.

Method 2: In the Options Dialog Box

 * 1) On the Tools menu, click Options, and then click the Track Changes tab.
 * 2) Under Deleted text, in the Mark list, select Strikethrough.
 * 3) Click OK.

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