How come I can't erase selected text with backspace anymore?

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Guest

Hi there,

I have this annoying problem where I can't replace the selected text in word
with something else simply by typing it in after I select the text with my
mouse. I'm reduced to having to cut the text before I type.

Does anyone know how I can fix this?

Thanks!
 
S

Suzanne S. Barnhill

Tools | Options | Edit: Typing replaces selection.

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
Microsoft MVP (Word)
Words into Type
Fairhope, Alabama USA

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