WD97: AutoCorrect Entry Formatted with Capital Letter (170815)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Word 97 for Windows
This article was previously published under Q170815 SYMPTOMS
Microsoft Word may capitalize the first letter of inserted AutoCorrect text
if the inserted text starts a sentence.
CAUSE
The "Capitalize first letter of sentences" option is turned on by default
in Microsoft Word.
WORKAROUND
To avoid this behavior, use either of the following methods.
Method 1: Press CTRL+Z to Undo the AutoCorrect Formatting
Immediately after Word capitalizes the AutoCorrect entry, press CTRL+Z.
Word will undo the capitalization.
Method 2: Clear the "Capitalize first letter of sentences" Check Box
On the Tools menu, click AutoCorrect, and then click to clear the
"Capitalize first letter of sentences" check box.
NOTE: This permanently disables the "Capitalize first letter of sentences"
function until it is turned on again.
MORE INFORMATION
When you have created an AutoCorrect entry that begins with a lowercase
letter, Microsoft Word may capitalize the first character when the
AutoCorrect text begins a new sentence.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 11/14/2000 |
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| Keywords: | kbprb kbproof KB170815 |
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