WORKAROUND
To work around this problem, use the method appropriate for your situation.
Method 1: Assign the Overtype Command to a Shortcut Key
To activate the INSERT key, do the following:
- On the Tools menu, click Customize, and then click the Commands tab.
- Click the Keyboard button.
- In the Categories box, select All Commands.
- In the Commands list, select Overtype.
- Position the insertion point in the "Press New Shortcut Key" box, and
then press the CONTROL+I keys on the keyboard (or other shortcut keys,
as you want). You cannot assign CONTROL+INS (or any variation) to the
Overtype command.
NOTE: If the keys you press are already assigned to a different command,
Word indicates the assignment with a message below the "Press new
shortcut key" box, similar to the following message:
Currently assigned to: <command>
- Click the Assign button.
- Click the Close button.
NOTE: OVR appears dimmed when Overtype mode is off.
Method 2: Select the Overtype Option
- On the Tools menu, click Preferences, and then click the Edit tab.
- Under Editing Options, clear or select the Overtype Mode check box.
Method 3: Use the Status Bar
With the status bar displayed, double-click OVR. This method sets the
typing mode for the current session only.
Method 4: Use a Macro to Switch Between Overtype and Insert Modes
Create the following Visual Basic for Applications macro:
Sub ToggleOverType()
Options.Overtype = Not Options.Overtype
End Sub
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