Macros for changing and troubleshooting Word settings

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Macros for changing and troubleshooting Word settings

The Support template, which comes with Microsoft Word, provides macros that you can use to backup, change, and troubleshoot some Word settings. To locate the Support template, do the following:

  • Go to Windows Explorer and follow the folder path to:

    C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office11\Macros

    and then click to run the Support.dot file.

Note   If you cannot locate this folder or the support template, run the setup program again.

ShowHow?

  1. On the Features to Install screen in the setup program, expand Microsoft Word, and then expand Wizards and Templates.
  2. Select More Templates and Macros, click the arrow next to your selection, and then select Run from My Computer.

Use the following macros from the Support template to help address a problem if you contact Microsoft Product Support Services:

ShowAutoCorrect Backup

This macro creates a backup file of your AutoCorrect list. You can use this macro if you want to copy your AutoCorrect settings to another computer.

ShowRegistry Options

This macro enables you to change some Word settings, such as the colors used for wavy underlines and smart tags and the paths for some file locations.

ShowTroubleshoot Utility

This macro enables you to troubleshoot problems by restoring some default settings.

If you find one or more of these macros useful, you can load the template as a global template, so that you can use the macros while working with other files. You can also copy the macros to another template or assign them to a toolbar button, menu item, or shortcut key.

Important  It is recommended that you use these macros carefully, because some can change default settings. Incorrectly editing the registry may severely damage your system. At the very least, you should back up any valued data on the computer before making changes to the registry.