File Menu Is Selected When You Type a Forward Slash Mark (/) as the First Character in a Cell (831237)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Excel 2002

SYMPTOMS

When you try to type a forward-slash mark (/) as the first character in a cell of a Microsoft Excel 2002 worksheet, the File menu is selected.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs because the forward slash mark (/) keystroke can be used to activate the Microsoft Excel menu bar or start Help for Lotus 1-2-3 users.

RESOLUTION

To prevent this behavior, delete the forward slash mark (/) keystroke as a setting. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. On the Tools menu, click Options.
  2. On the Transition tab, delete or change the character in the Microsoft Excel menu or Help key box.
  3. Click OK to close the Options dialog box.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/27/2006
Keywords:kbprb KB831237 kbAudEndUser
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