Typing deletes text! How do I get back to INSERT mode.

[joel_Preston]

Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) Processor: Power PC There it is, folks. I type. The cursor stays in the same place, typing overtop each successive character. Could someone explain how to get back to INSERT mode? Many thanks!

 

[CyberTaz]

Unless you've assigned a keystroke to the Overtype command or added it to a
toolbar it's controlled only through: Word> Preferences> Edit, clear the
check on Overtype Mode.

However, it's possible that you have activated something through OS X itself
or have some 3rd party "helper" app triggering the behavior.

HTH |:>)
Bob Jones
[MVP] Office:Mac