Word automatic line creation

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Stan G.

After typing a few lines I'll put in a series of stars (editorial requirement). I have no problem when I do this.

Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
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If I hit the return key following the last * the entire line converts to a series of very small blocks that run the length of the page. Even if I eliminate the words before and after the line, it reappears in the next paragraph. I've checked for viruses and even reloaded my Word 97 program. The same problem repeats. I'm using XP. Any suggestions?
 
K

Kate

Yes, this is weird. To override the blocks, try hitting
the space bar after the last star. When you press return,
all should work well. Works for me, anyway!

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After typing a few lines I'll put in a series of stars
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(editorial requirement). I have no problem when I do this.
Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
****************

If I hit the return key following the last * the entire
Click to expand...
line converts to a series of very small blocks that run
the length of the page. Even if I eliminate the words
before and after the line, it reappears in the next
paragraph. I've checked for viruses and even reloaded my
Word 97 program. The same problem repeats. I'm using XP.
Any suggestions?
 
S

Suzanne S. Barnhill

For cause, cure, and prevention, see
http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/Formatting/CantGetRidOfLine.htm

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
Microsoft MVP (Word)
Words into Type
Fairhope, Alabama USA
Word MVP FAQ site: http://www.mvps.org/word
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Stan G. said:
After typing a few lines I'll put in a series of stars (editorial
Click to expand...
requirement). I have no problem when I do this.
Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
Dddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
****************

If I hit the return key following the last * the entire line converts to a
Click to expand...
series of very small blocks that run the length of the page. Even if I
eliminate the words before and after the line, it reappears in the next
paragraph. I've checked for viruses and even reloaded my Word 97 program.
The same problem repeats. I'm using XP. Any suggestions?
 
G

Guest

Thanks Kate, It worked! Now the problem is how to get rid
of the unwanted lines I created. Any suggestions?
 
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