WD97: Deleted Text Not Displayed When Hidden Text Option Set (198363)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Word 97 for Windows
This article was previously published under Q198363

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, follow these steps:
  1. On the Tools menu, point to Track Changes, and click Highlight Changes.
  2. Click Options.
  3. In the Delete text list, select Strikethrough.
  4. Click OK to accept and return to the Highlight Changes dialog box.
  5. Click OK to return to the document.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/14/2000
Keywords:kbprb KB198363
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