Word form nightmare

[Luvsql]

I am simply trying to create a form that users can enter information on. 3 text fields and one drop down. I have them all setup. I have the values setup in the drop down. When I don't have the "protect form" marked, I can enter info in the text fields, but the drop down is not enabled (ie can't see the drop down arrow). When I mark the "protect form" then the drop down works great, but I can no longer enter any information into the text fields. Using Word xp.

 

[macropod]

Hi Luvsql,

Are you sure the text field's 'Type' has been set to 'regular text', 'number' or 'date' (ie not 'Current date', 'Current time' or 'Calculation')and that the 'Fill-in enabled' option is checked?

Cheers

[MS MVP - Word]

 

[Luvsql]

Yes, positive. It's the default as well.

 

[fumei]

If indeed Fill-in is enabled, and the Section is indeed protected, then I can not duplicate this whatsoever. Could you please clarify:

"When I mark the "protect form" then the drop down works great, but I can no longer enter any information into the text fields."

Does this mean you can not put the selection into the textboxes at all?

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Gerry
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