Microsoft KB Archive/119627

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"Word Cannot Edit the AutoSketch" Error in Word 6.0

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Q119627

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Word for Windows, versions 6.0, 6.0a
 * Microsoft Windows 3.1

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SYMPTOMS
In Word, when you try to edit an embedded AutoSketch object a second time, you may receive the following error message:

Word cannot edit the AutoSketch.

This error does not occur when using Word 2.x for Windows.

CAUSE
Although AutoSketch was designed as an OLE 2.0 application, this functionality is not working correctly.

STATUS
Autodesk Inc. has confirmed this to be a problem in OLE 2.0 functionality in AutoSketch version 2.0 for Windows. Customers should contact Autodesk for more information or support issues.

WORKAROUNDS
Method 1: Insert the object as a bitmap using the Copy and Paste commands.

Method 2: Edit the object before embedding it into Word.

MORE INFORMATION
AutoSketch is a drawing program used to create architectural drawings. It is manufactured by Autodesk, Inc. You can contact Autodesk Technical Support at:

AutoSketch Product Support

18911 North Creek Parkway, Suite 105

Bothell, WA 98011

Phone: (206) 487-0490

Fax: (206) 486-1636 The AutoSketch product included here is manufactured by a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.