Microsoft Word delete probs

timberup | 15:20 Sat 27th Aug 2011 | Technology

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I used to be able to highlight words/passages then type anew and the highlighted piece would disappear and be replaced by the new typed characters. Now I have to manually delete all the highlighted piece which wouldn't be a problem except i'm in the habit of highlighting and typing which used to automatically delete. so now I have to fiddle around to achieve getting rid of the previous text.
Is there an adjustment I can make somewhere to restore this please

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vallaw

Click on Office icon (top left)
Click Word Options button at bottom
Go to Advanced
Choose the option you want

Question Author

thanks vallaw, but what is the option i need

vallaw

Tick the box for "Typing replaces selected text"

vallaw

I am assuming you are using Word 2007 . . .

Question Author

Again thanks vallow, looks like 2003 version

vallaw

Find Word Options - I think it's under the "file" menu. Otherwise use f1 for help and put options in the search box

I've had a search and it's Tools > Options > Edit > check "Typing replaces
selection".

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much appreciated vallaw all sorted

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