Word 2000 Autoshape Positioning

gadgetgeek | 13:04 Wed 10th Jul 2013 | Technology

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I am trying to move an autoshape only a minute distance in Word 2000 (company's system so unable to use a better version). The autoshape moves too far even with a small mouse move which I presume is to do with aligning with the ruler. Is there a way to move it just a fraction? Thanks

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gen2

I haven't used WORD for many years but I seem to recall that holding down the ALT key when you move it, over-rides the 'snap-to-grid' feature (but I may be thinking of a different program). Try it anyway.

bazwillrun

If snap to is off, try using the arrow keys to nudge a bit more precisely
you can also try zooming in to a much higher view level and try moving it that way.

bazwillrun

that should say make sure snap to is off

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Wow! That is excellent and has worked perfectly. Thank you for such a great tip. Have used Word and PowerPoint for years and if I had known this simple tip it would of saved me hours over this time. Really appreciated. Thanks again :-)

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