Write Cannot Use Cut, Copy Accelerator Keys (62642)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 3.0
  • Microsoft Windows 3.0a
This article was previously published under Q62642

SYMPTOMS

When you start Microsoft Windows Write as an icon, the Edit Cut (SHIFT+DEL) and Edit Copy (CTRL+INS) accelerator keys do not initially function.

CAUSE

This is a problem with Write, not with Windows.

WORKAROUND

Press the ALT key twice to initialize the Write menu bar or do not start Write as an icon.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Windows Write version 3.0. This problem does not occur in later versions.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/7/2005
Keywords:KB62642
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