WD: AutoCorrect Entry Formatted with Capital Letter (193674)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Word for Windows 95
  • Microsoft Word for Windows 95 7.0a

This article was previously published under Q193674

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 one of the following methods.

Method 1: Press CTRL+Z to Undo the AutoCorrect Formatting

Immediately after Microsoft 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:MinorLast Reviewed:8/18/2005
Keywords:kbprb kbproof KB193674