Outlook 2003 e-mail problem

[Laurence]

When composing an e-mail using word 11 as my editor, all of a sudden when I
want to insert a word or change a letter, after putting the curser where I
want to make the change, letters start deleting when I put in the correct
letter or word. I tried playing with spell check and other options to no
avail. I am sure it is something simple, but I could use some help.

Thanks, Larry

 

[Vince Averello [MVP-Outlook]]

Try hitting the Insert key. Sounds like you're in Overtype mode

 

[Brian Tillman]

When composing an e-mail using word 11 as my editor, all of a sudden
when I want to insert a word or change a letter, after putting the
curser where I want to make the change, letters start deleting when
I put in the correct letter or word. I tried playing with spell
check and other options to no avail. I am sure it is something
simple, but I could use some help.

Sounds like you have overstrike mode instead of insert mode selected. Press
your Insert key and try again.

 

[Laurence]

Thanks guys it worked, knew it had to be something simple.

Laurence