Word gives strange message on opening

[Kyle]

When I double-click a word file to open the file, and
word, it gives me the following error message

The command cannot be performed because a dialog box is
open. Click OK, and then close open dialog boxes to
continue.

There are no other programs open, why do I get this
message.

 

[Beth Melton]

Hi Kyle,

Where are you double-clicking the file? From an Exploring window?

Also, are you certain Outlook isn't running?

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