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About Richard Stephens
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Taught Works for the past 4 years in a private capacity and will be able to answer questions up to advanced including all sections of works.

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Teacher and business trainer for the last 5 years as well as managing my own small business

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Questions Answered By Expert Richard Stephens
In Category Microsoft Works

Subject	Date Asked

database	8/28/2009
Q: My former secretary set up a mailing list database for me using microsoft works, which I am ... A: Sue To add a field to the database go to View and selec List, then click on the column that you ...
Writing a paper in a certain format.	8/28/2009
Q: I am writing a paper for school it has to be in a specific format like TITLE: Sony V Universal ... A: Jennifer If the the formatting came out right on the question it looks like a Hanging indent. I ...
database	8/26/2009
Q: My former secretary set up a mailing list database for me using microsoft works, which I am ... A: Sue What version of Works are you using? If you have access to Excel it would be easier to save ...
File conversion	7/18/2009
Q: How can I get Open Office to open Works PDFs. I was able to get them on my old computer, but can't ... A: Dave Go to this link http://extensions.services.openoffice.org/project/pdfimport Then select your ...
MS Works	7/14/2009
Q: How do I transfer a ms works document to a ms word document? A: Celeste This depends on the version of Works you have, go to Save as and see if there is a *.doc ...
microsoft works file from xp to vista	7/8/2009
Q: can I open microsoft works spreadsheet file that was done in xp in vista? If so, how? Or should I ... A: Barb If it is the same version of Works you can open it in either version of Windows. It is better ...
Deleting documents	7/6/2009
Q: I have some documents that I would like to delete. I cannot find a delete section . How do I go ... A: Marty You can delete files from the open dialog box, ie go to the Open icon of File open click on ...
cannot open an excel attachment in an email	6/23/2009
Q: I have Vista and cannot seem to open an excel attachment in an email. It says it may be password ... A: deanna Works can't open excel files, to open them you need to either have the Excel Viewer(you ...
Powerpoint	5/11/2009
Q: Is there a way I can download or install Microsoft powerpiont? A: Helena You can download a viewer for powerpoint ...
microsoft works	5/10/2009
Q: How can I change the chacter spaceing in microsoft works? ANSWER: Beth What version of Works are ... A: Beth The later versions of Works do not have the ability to change the character spacing, only the ...
Microsoft works spreadsheet	4/28/2009
Q: How can I save a works spreadsheet so it can be opened in word A: Elizbeth You can save the file as RTF or txt but you will lose the formatting of the cells as well ...
MSWorks database	1/31/2009
Q: on MSWorks database was outside your expertise. I wonder if you know that you are billed on the ... A: John The problem with this question is that there are a lot of variables ie what version, what type ...
MICROSOFT WORKS 8	1/30/2009
Q: when I go into add/remove programs it says "the feature you are trying to use is on a network ... A: Mrs Evans Without having the original disc (which they don't give out anymore on new systems) it ...
Works Labels	12/3/2008
Q: I can create a custom label and connect to a data source which is a Works spreadsheet.Then, when I ... A: Charles You don't mention which version of works you are using. Believe it or not this is by ...
Can't type any text into Works Doc.	11/25/2008
Q: I'm trying to type a letter but it will not let me type anything but numbers? Help please before I ... A: Regina Some spyware/keyloggers can cause this problem. What type of Antispyware programs are you ...
labels using works	11/17/2008
Q: I AM USING WORKS 8.5 TO DO LABELS AND MY PROBLEM IS THAT WHEN I CHANGE THE DEFAULT FONT TO MY OWN ... A: george This is a problem with Works. I haven't found a workaround for it but am still looking. ...
Corrupt Files	11/12/2008
Q: I wrote a huge essay on Works Word Processor and then saved it onto my flashdrive. When I went to ... A: Catherine If you don't have a backup copy on your pc then there isn't much you can do. You can ...
Works 8.5	11/12/2008
Q: I can not open my calendar. I get a message that Microsoft works has encountered a problem and needs ... A: John It sounds like the calendar file has become corrupt (which can happen with MS Works). the ...
how to delete old files	11/10/2008
Q: I need to delete about 10 letters in my documents. I can't seem to find the right button to press to ... A: San If you are going through the open or save dialog box and selecting the file then clicking on ...
label printing problems with Works 8.5	11/8/2008
Q: I used Works version 4.5 from 1998-2007. 4 times/year I print address labels from the works data ... A: Gail If you have Windows XP you can install works 4.5 on the new computer. If you would like to ...
Microsoft Works Memory Error	10/6/2008
Q: How do I fix the problem when I go to print on Microsoft Works I get the Message, "out of memory" ... A: Edward This is usually a printer driver error, try downloading the latest driver and see if that ...
mail merge in Works 8	10/2/2008
Q: I upgraded from Works 3 (which I found very userfriendly) to Works 8 about 3 years ago. It took me ... A: Margaret Then only way I know of speed this up is to a) increase the amount of ram you have on your ...
MS Works Calendar & Google Calendar	10/1/2008
Q: I want to switch to Google calendar and to import my MS Works 8.5 calendar into it. How do I do ... A: mike If you go to to the Export option in Works Calendar and then select either iCalendar or Tab ...
MS works word priocessor	10/1/2008
Q: I have a new laptop which has MS works as a word processor. I made a document but want to send it ... A: Marty If you have a flash drive when you save it to that it will make it read only, however when on ...
Viewing Files made in Earlier Versions of Works	9/30/2008
Q: I saw your answer to viewing files from Works 6.0 or higher, but what if I have some old .wps files ... A: Ken There isn't anything available. It would require and earlier version of works then saving it ...
MS Works--can't copy photos inside articles	9/30/2008
Q: Recently bought PC w/Vista home premium. Have MS works and have tried to copy articles from ... A: Cheryl I just tried on a copy of Vista with Works and the copy or save image appeared when right ...
mail merge in Works 8	9/29/2008
Q: I upgraded from Works 3 (which I found very userfriendly) to Works 8 about 3 years ago. It took me ... A: Margaret Is it a large database that you are merging too? If not you may want to look at the ...
inserting images	9/28/2008
Q: I have just started using Microsoft Works Database. Is there a way to insert images into a field? ... A: Sue You can't in this version (even earlier versions are limited ie you can't print the picture ...
Installing 2 different versions	9/19/2008
Q: I have MS Works Suite 2002 (v6.0) and MS Works 9.0. 9.0 came pre-installed. Neither the recovery cd ... A: Jim For the later versions there is no option to install to a different directory. I had always ...
Microsoft Works Calendar	9/16/2008
Q: I have Microsoft Works 7.0 installed on my computer. The only aspect of this suite that I use is the ... A: Graham It has been a while since I have installed works 7.0 but if you have a look at the install ...
Headers	9/15/2008
Q: How do I remove the header from Page 2 of my document. Thank You ANSWER: What version of Ms Works ... A: Ola You can only stop the header from appearing on the first page, it will always show on the ...
Creating a Powerpoint Presentation	9/15/2008
Q: Hey! I tried to make a Powerpoint Presentation on Vista using Works Launcher. However i could only ... A: Ryan To create a Powerpoint file you will need to own the Powerpoint program. This can be be ...
"zero" page numbers on spreadsheets	9/14/2008
Q: I'm encountering random situations with multiple-paged worksheets where the first page of the ... A: Gail I have been looking for a solution for this but can't seem to find the right problem. Is it ...
Headers	9/12/2008
Q: How do I remove the header from Page 2 of my document. Thank You ANSWER: What version of Ms Works ... A: Ola In Microsoft Works for Vista there is no option to remove the header from the second (and ...
wordart	8/22/2008
Q: Where is wordart in Microsoft Works? I tried pasting a picture and writing on it but can't seem to ... A: michelle If you have microsoft works version 8.0 or later then WordArt is no longer available in ...
winword program	8/13/2008
Q: I typed about 20 pages and put them on a floppy disk. Now when I put the disk in the slot, a message ... A: Chuck It sounds like a problem with works that would mean reinstalling. Since you dont thave the ...
MS works 4.0 and Open Office.org 1.9.118 to MSworks ?	8/11/2008
Q: I have a database w/ names, address ect on the above subject programs. Will they convert to another ... A: Cathy The new version is not as complicated however it wont open those files, I think version 6.0 ...
Database files won't open in MS Works 8.5 with Vista Home Premium	8/6/2008
Q: I have an old XP computer with MS Works 7 and have purchased a new HP computer equiped with Vista ... A: Jackie Try downloading this update ...
how to make a word document in microsoft works smaller in gb	7/17/2008
Q: how can i reduce my word document from 1.45mb to 100gb? many thanks A: Mel The only real way of doing this apart from removing information in the document is to use a ...
Converting/importing Home Publishing to Word	7/12/2008
Q: For the last few years, I have been creating setlists for my live shows using Microsoft Home ... A: Rich To quote one expert (Publisher to Word is ugly, at best. You lose all of the graphics and ...
Works 4.5 to Works9.0 can't transfer backup	7/4/2008
Q: I had 4.5 works backed up on floppys and a external hard drive. I installed 9.0 and when I went to ... A: Norman Works 9.0 cannot open works 4.5 documents, works 8.0 can open then you will then need to ...
files getting deleted	6/27/2008
Q: My husband has been working with our Microsoft Works Word Processor and typing in a large file ... A: Lynn It could be a number of keys or the program has become corrupt. He may be hitting Ctrl X ...
curly vs. straight quote marks in Works 8.5	6/23/2008
Q: My father is a writer who works in Microsoft Works 8.5. He wants "smart" (i.e., curly) quotation ... A: Maela They should have been on by default. Go to Tools on the file menu and then select ...
.wps format viewer?	6/22/2008
Q: someone has sent me files with as a microsoft works...is there a viewer i can download to read .wps ... A: Darren If you have Word - Office 2003 and up this link will help ...
MS Works 9 labels	6/22/2008
Q: I can happily compose and format text address labels in Works 9 but when I try to add a picture or ... A: Ken It should work just by inserting the graphic into the first label either before or after the ...
microsoft works document	6/18/2008
Q: I have typed up a document in Microsoft Works, and need to email it to a recipient....it will not ... A: Lisa Go to your email program, open the Tools > Options tab and in the general tab make sure that ...
file converters for Works 9	6/18/2008
Q: I have recently purchased a computer with Works 9 installed but no Word program. I have many ... A: Anita Ms works should be able to open the files, here is a list of formats that it can open ...
mswkscal.wcd	6/14/2008
Q: My WinXP Home SP2 Search function CANNOT FIND mswkscal.wcd . I am set to 'View' hidden files and ... A: Marie I hate to say it but the reload may well have overwritten the old works calendar file. If ...
msworks 'free replacement update'?	6/14/2008
Q: I have had MSworks 7.0 for years. Is MSworks 8.5 a free update for 7.0?? Do I need to download this ... A: Marvin Msworks 8.5 is not a free update and it depends on whether or not you really need to update ...
Office to Works compatability	6/13/2008
Q: I am about to buy a laptop with Works which I have never used before. If I create a word document ... A: Sally If it is the latest version of works then you can only open a file that has been saved as RTF ...
Works and Word problems!	6/12/2008
Q: I bought a Dell installed with Vista and Works. I HATED Works so installed the Word that I had on ... A: Mel You can uninstall word by going to the round start button on the bottom left of the screen, ...
Works	6/12/2008
Q: I want to change the default margin setting. I've looked and looked in help but can't seem to find ... A: Norm To change the default margins (or fonts as well) for all new documents follow these steps: 1. ...
Changing font-size & color in MS Works Calendar	6/11/2008
Q: I'm a new MS Works v8.5 user (Works is running on Vista). My appointments are printing out too ... A: Jo Ann The size and color of the fonts cannot be changed in Calendar. We are basically left with ...
Links in Microsoft Works 8.5 database	6/11/2008
Q: Is it possible to add a links field to a database record that can redirect you to a folder contained ... A: Richard I really don't know why they removed that option but you can save the file as a CSV which ...
Works and Word problems!	6/11/2008
Q: I bought a Dell installed with Vista and Works. I HATED Works so installed the Word that I had on ... A: Mel You can uninstall works. Word has its own printer drivers and also uses Windows. It looks ...
Ms works spreadsheet	6/11/2008
Q: I have a problem with the name Marc. I am creating a list of names. When I type "Marc" it coverts to ... A: Mike This can be turned off by changing the cells to text before you type. Select the entire ...
Installing Micro Works 8.5	6/10/2008
Q: Currently running on windows xp and prev installed micro office. If I install Micro Works 8.5 will I ... A: Audrey You can go to MY Computer to see how much memory you have left on your harddrive. You wont ...
Links in Microsoft Works 8.5 database	6/10/2008
Q: Is it possible to add a links field to a database record that can redirect you to a folder contained ... A: Richard The only time I have seen hyperlinks used in the the Database is when you use the form ...
MS Works Calendar	6/9/2008
Q: I have a MS Works calendar on my old hard drive, which ran on XP. The old hard drive has been ... A: Anita There is a problem with Windows calendar when importing from a works calendar. If you would ...
Opening Merge Docs in Works 9	6/4/2008
Q: When I try to open a merge word document in Works 9 a window pops up saying "Works cannot open up ... A: Leanna It sounds like the file itself has become corrupted. Works doesn't have a repair tool so ...
spacing	5/22/2008
Q: I am reasonably familar with spacing in Works but I have this doc which I have set to "single" but ... A: George Is there a chance you can send the file to me so I can look at it. If you have selected the ...
works 9	5/21/2008
Q: I am going from Works 4.5 to works 9. I am trying to insert fields from Works 9 databases into ... A: Leanna The only way around this is to look at the database and manually go through each field ...
MS Works 4.5 running on XP Home	5/21/2008
Q: I have a new laptop with XP Home and loaded MS Works 4.5 that was installed on my old laptop with 98 ... A: Jerry This usually indicates a printer driver problem. You can try and get an updated driver from ...
excel to ms works spreadsheet	5/17/2008
Q: Can you convert excel files to ms works spreadsheet? ANSWER: Joe What version of Ms Works do you ... A: Joe You can save the Excel file as an Excel 97-2003 and this will open in Works, however if you ...
works translation	5/12/2008
Q: Any way to translate a works document (Vista) to Word (on Mac OS X or Windows XP)? A: Rmichael If it is a wordprocessor document you can save the file as RTF and it should be able to be ...
Word Processors replacing letters	5/11/2008
Q: Occasionally when I use any word processor, the characters I type will replace those in front. For ... A: Jon It looks like you have the insert (overwrite) key working. I don't know what version of works ...
Cant open old Microsoft Works files	5/10/2008
Q: I have been trying to resume work on my graduate thesis after many years... I have a bunch of ... A: Jose They may be too old to open without an earlier version (especially if it was works for dos). ...
Works and Word	5/8/2008
Q: I have MS Word and am trying to send a doc to someone that has Works. She can't open up my doc. ... A: Wanda The easiest option would be to save the file as an RTF file in Word which can then be opened ...
works spread sheet	3/30/2008
Q: I am using MS Vista home premium and I keep my load records on a MS Works spread sheet. My ... A: Ron That seems to be a glitch in either Works (which I doubt) or Vista. It should only open the one ...
Works mailing labels	3/26/2008
Q: I am attempting to merge a works spreadsheet file into a works wordprocessing document in order to ... A: steve Once you have done the insert field step on the first label go the merge option, it will ...
works word processor	3/23/2008
Q: While working on a document all text disappeared, though the file shows a 10kb size I cannot find ... A: micsoma the only thing that can explain it is that the file either missaved or you have a problem ...
Works 8 can't delete templates	3/21/2008
Q: I can't delete personal templates. When I want to do a new spreadsheet or database using the Task ... A: Dee This may take a while depending on the size of your harddrive but do a search in Windows ...
Works 8 can't delete templates	3/20/2008
Q: I can't delete personal templates. When I want to do a new spreadsheet or database using the Task ... A: Dee Try these steps Look at the File>Save As option to save as a template. Create a new default ...
M.S. Task launcher	3/20/2008
Q: Suite Service Pack 1 I keep getting asked to update not sure what it is? I want to make my own ... A: Donna You can go to Start > Control Panel > Add and remove programs and select the trial programs ...
Microsoft Works Word 8.5 - printing troubles	3/18/2008
Q: I used to be able to print no problem in Microsoft Works Word but suddenly it is not working. My ... A: Candus I would uninstall the printer driver (Control Panel, Printers, right click on the printer ...
Lap top query	3/18/2008
Q: I sent my lap top for repair it had no cd drive. It came back without this being repaired and also ... A: Anna If the Works program came with your computer it should be on a CD (if it is a dell or HP it is ...
works 4.0	3/16/2008
Q: I am desperate. I have an accountants computer that she keeps all her work on, I mean every thing. ... A: It sounds like she has been naming the files the old dos way using nx1 as the extension which is why ...
works 4.0	3/16/2008
Q: I am desperate. I have an accountants computer that she keeps all her work on, I mean every thing. ... A: Ricky What are the extensions on the files? They should be wks extensions but if she was saving ...
Blue Line resume format in Works 8.0	3/10/2008
Q: Richard, I'm having a heck of a time using the "blue line" resume format. I cannot enter my name in ... A: Chris There is no trick, it is a graphic and can't be changed. Poorly designed template basically. ...
Microsoft Works Spreadsheet	3/8/2008
Q: I am trying to paste paragraphs of roughly 100 words into individual cells in an MS WORKS ... A: Arlene Is all the text one paragraph? If it is works assumes that the Hard return requires a new ...
can't open my docs	3/7/2008
Q: However, some were saved to 'Microsoft works word processor' without my knowledge and I am unable to ... A: Jenny Go to the Start then Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer Go to the My Documents folder ...
formatting	3/5/2008
Q: My computer has Microsoft works word processing version 8.5. I am making a list of movies that we ... A: Patti Not with the word processor. It the movie information is on one line you could copy it into ...
microsoft works 9.0 word processor	2/29/2008
Q: we used to use works 4.5 and were able to insert commonly used text lines and phrases that we had ... A: Dave Autotext is no longer available in Works (From 6.0 onwards). Depending on the length of the ...
Problem printing documents with clip art	2/19/2008
Q: I am running Windos Vista 2007. I can prepare Word documents that contain clip art. However, when I ... A: Alejandro Go to the Office button and select Word Options and click on advanced, scroll down to ...
creating checklist	2/18/2008
Q: I have to create a checklist. How do I add 'boxes' so people can answer the questions. A: Crys You have to create a Form. Have a look at this link. ...
Lost all data from ms works calendar	2/17/2008
Q: I just had my computer partitioned which meant to re-load everything!! This person did backup all my ... A: Mireille If the person did not back up those specific files then the calendar is gone and you would ...
Microsoft Works Ver 7.0	2/16/2008
Q: How can I use a MS Word txt file to generate labels for a mail out that has the names and address ... A: Cecil Depending on the size of the file and how it is set up will depend on how you do it. If it ...
compatibility	2/14/2008
Q: will works 2002 work with vista home premium? A: Brock Here is a list of Works with Windows compatible software. ...
invoices	2/6/2008
Q: I had an older version of works and it had an invoice option....the newe version on Vista does ... A: lu You are correct that works 9.0 does not come with an invoice template. If you still have access ...
Printing on different sizes of paper.	1/31/2008
Q: I need to print on a sheet of paper that is 7in/4in and I am not sure how to do that. What is the ... A: Megan Go to File > Page Setup in the Wordprocessor and the Source Size and Orientation and set the ...
printing large labels	1/29/2008
Q: I am starting a bakery business and need to print ingredient labels for my product, however, all the ... A: Bonnie What version of MS works do you have? Works has a large range of avery labels installed ...
Making mailing labels using Microsoft Works Suite 2000	1/29/2008
Q: I have used Works Suite 2000 to create a database, but then cannot access the database to make ... A: Sue When you create the Merge document in Word (Tools > Mail Merge and click on Create Document ...
file transfer from outlook to works 8	1/28/2008
Q: Have just bought dell laptop with works 8. Have desktop with outlook and would like to transfer ... A: Tim The Desktop From Outlook Choose Import/Export from the File drop down menu. In the Wizard that ...
MS Works 4.5a	1/27/2008
Q: I have MS Works 4.5a. I have started getting the "Out of Memory" message, when I try to print, or ... A: Brenda You have done most of what I also know of, if you haven't seen the microsoft site for this ...
works 3 and 4.0	1/26/2008
Q: My friend and I use works 3.0 and 4.0 respectively for the database part. It is absolutely perfect ... A: Here is the link from microsoft regarding Mswork for the mac. ...
works 3 and 4.0	1/25/2008
Q: My friend and I use works 3.0 and 4.0 respectively for the database part. It is absolutely perfect ... A: Clarine As far as I know Works is the only one that has the components you require. I haven't ...
Corrupt File	1/24/2008
Q: I am in an online class and I have to open files from the links my professor provides. When I try ... A: Eleyse click on Save Target As, save the file to your My documents and then double click on it from ...
conversion	1/23/2008
Q: I would like to know how to convert all my existing works 4.5 files to office 2007 files. ... A: Dale The easiest way would be to convert the Wordprocessor files to RTF or an early word document, ...
ms works 7.0	1/21/2008
Q: i have vista home premium and installed ms works 7.0 vista says its not compatible. yet is do use ... A: William Here is the link, it also has a check option that will check your pc to see if it has the ...
ms works 7.0	1/21/2008
Q: i have vista home premium and installed ms works 7.0 vista says its not compatible. yet is do use ... A: William The chances are that even with a printer update it still might not work. You can find the ...
making buisness cards	1/20/2008
Q: OK...I am really new at this and my language will sound it. Basically, I have microsoft works task ... A: Lisa You probably have works 8.5 which can be found in the help about in any of the works programs. ...
microsoft works calendar version 8.0	1/18/2008
Q: a calendar was accidently deleted and apparently bypassed the recycle bin. how do i get it ... A: search for MSWKSCAL.WCD and hopefully it will still be around, if it is and it still opens up in ...
Works 8.5 database formulas	1/15/2008
Q: Got a new Dell computer with Works 8.5 installed. Am trying to set up a database and can't figure ... A: Holly You need to go into reports and use the Tools and select report Creator, give the report a ...
new computer	1/15/2008
Q: Just bought a new computer: Compaq Presario SR5250NX w/ Microsoft Visa that has a current version ... A: Bill The files from works 3.0 are too old for the conversion program supplied with later versions ...
Using Database to make an organization directory	1/13/2008
Q: I am trying to create an address directory for our organization. I have all of the info entered as ... A: Rebecca The only real option that I know of to get a listing like you need would be to either ...
Microsoft Works Word Processor	1/12/2008
Q: I have many files saves in the Works Word Processor but I cannot open them in the normal way. I can ... A: James I am assuming that you got the Works Suite with Word. When you go to the open command have a ...
Microsoft Works Spreadsheet and Word Processor for Windows xP.	1/9/2008
Q: I recently performed a system recovery on my laptop. I notice that my Microsoft Works software seem ... A: Jonathon Well it sounds like the history file is either missing completely because of the restore ...
deleted files	1/8/2008
Q: it is 8.0 and when i tried to search in explorer it came up but when I double clicked it said "May ... A: Michelle Did you install the update, you will need to double click on the file called works8.exe ...
Microsoft Works Spreadsheet and Word Processor for Windows xP.	1/7/2008
Q: I recently performed a system recovery on my laptop. I notice that my Microsoft Works software seem ... A: Jonathon When you restored the system the history files are usually removed, as far as I know there ...
deleted files on microsoft works	1/7/2008
Q: I recently removed some files because I keep getting an antispyware popup. Apparently I deleted a ... A: It is more than likely either works 8 or 8.5. To find out try going to the Works Task Launcher and ...
deleted files on microsoft works	1/7/2008
Q: I recently removed some files because I keep getting an antispyware popup. Apparently I deleted a ... A: Michelle Well that isn't good. The only way now is to reinstall works. Although one option would ...
how do I know if I have microsoft office or word...whatever you call it?	1/5/2008
Q: I bought a new laptop Jan of last year. Have never used a document except once. Now my son needs ... A: Sandy In the Start menu you will have either Microsoft Works or Microsoft Office, if you have ...
Microsoft Works 8.5	1/5/2008
Q: I can't open none of the files I made using 8.5. Everytime I click on my files a small scree would ... A: Aya Have you tried to open the file from within works itself? Ie Open the Wordprocessor and try ...
Microsoft works 6.0	1/5/2008
Q: Something has happened on my computer and I can't open my documents. When I try to open somthing it ... A: Robbie The only other option would be to try openoffice.org and see if you can open the files using ...
Works Spreadsheet - Adding rows	1/4/2008
Q: I use spreadsheets on a daily basis. I have never had this come up before. When I try to add a ... A: Kevin Go to the last line in the current table in the spreadsheet by pressing Ctrl + End, if it ...
missing microworks task	1/3/2008
Q: recently i cleaned my history tab on ie and the next thing i know is that i have lost my task and ... A: Renee To reinstall the task launcher Goto control panel > Add or Remove Programs > Scroll down to ...
Convert my word documents to Works	1/2/2008
Q: I just purchased a new computer with MS works. If I load my word documents on MS works, will I be ... A: Iris the version of Works do you have and the version of word you used will have a bearing on this ...
MS Work Suite 2006	12/29/2007
Q: I have recently reinstalled Microsoft Works 8.5 and Microsoft Word 2002 from the Microsoft Works ... A: Joe If you are running nortons run these steps RESOLUTION: If Norton AntiVirus 2002 is installed ...
mircosoft works 4.0	12/28/2007
Q: Have been using MS works to do client invoicing. Originally got with purchase of Gateway computor. ... A: Dennis try this update if you don't already have it. Upgrade can be found here. ...
Works 8.5 and suite 2005	12/28/2007
Q: I use Microsoft word (v.2000) wp and have loads of word docs on my old pc.I have no word cd. I have ... A: Trisha Use the following steps to install only MS Word from the Works Suite 2005. 1. Insert Disc ...
Microsoft Works 9	12/28/2007
Q: How to install Microsoft Works 9 by CD recently puchased, on my computer with Window Vista? ANSWER: ... A: Bill It should automatically start up. The only other option is to insert the CD/DVD and then go ...
microsoft works word processor	12/27/2007
Q: When windows XP updated the last time, for some reason the word processor within MS works ... A: Spencer Did you have the Microsoft Office trial version on your pc? And if you did, did you unload ...
Microsoft Works 9	12/27/2007
Q: How to install Microsoft Works 9 by CD recently puchased, on my computer with Window Vista? A: Bill Insert the CD into the drive (either DVD or CD depending on what type of Works you bought and ...
microsoft works word processor	12/26/2007
Q: When windows XP updated the last time, for some reason the word processor within MS works ... A: Spencer If you have the original cd you can install it from that. If you don't have the original ...
WORKS SUITE 2002-VISTA APPLICABILITY	12/20/2007
Q: I HAVE A NEW COMPUTER WITH VIST HOME PREMIUM. WILL MY MICROSOFT WORKS SUITE 2002 WORK WITH IT? ... A: Bill Most programs written for Windows XP also work in this Vista, but some older programs might ...
Works & Office, good together?	12/18/2007
Q: My old computer came with MS works. I recently bought a new computer (Vista 32 bit) and transferred ... A: Michael The only reason to install works would be if there is a conversion problem between works ...
Works 7.2 Calendar into Works 8.5	12/17/2007
Q: I am helping a friend with a computer that had Works 7.2 running. When the computer died, ... A: John The safest option is to export the calendar from the 7 version to ics or vcs then import it ...
Transfer a works document to a word document	12/8/2007
Q: I am trying to send an email attachment of a works document and need it to be in word format for the ... A: Suzette What version of works do you have? In the Save as dialog box you will have an option ...
works task launcher cannot open file	12/8/2007
Q: I have lost so many files in Works and I don't know why. When I click on a History file I get the ... A: Sheila There is a limit on the number of files that task launcher will show, however as long they ...
works task launcher cannot open file	12/7/2007
Q: I have lost so many files in Works and I don't know why. When I click on a History file I get the ... A: Sheila They should still be there in the My documents folder, go to File Open to see if they are ...
works to rtf	12/3/2007
Q: How do I convert a works document to rich text format? What is rtf anyway? A: Ron Depending on the version you have go to File Save As and in the Save as type: option click on ...
microsoft works (database)	11/30/2007
Q: I have a load of addresses on my old MS Works running on OS9 inside OS10, but now I have an iMac ... A: Rob The updated iworks might do it but you would have to save the works file in a version that ...
Works 8.0 calendar	11/26/2007
Q: I've been using MS Office products for years, but today decided to setup and use Works 8.0. As ... A: Joanne As far as I know it can't be done in works, the default is 30 minute sections, however if ...
microsoft works and microsoft word 2007 trial	11/26/2007
Q: I downloaded the trial version of Microsfot Word Office Student 2007 onto my computer for a 25 day ... A: Ali IF you have the works suite which had word then the installation of word 2007 may have ...
Windows Vista	11/19/2007
Q: We have brought a new computer with windows vista and transfered old hard drive documents onto it, ... A: Margaret Vista doesn't come with Microsoft Office. the only way to get it is to purchase the ...
Comparison of documents in word processor	11/19/2007
Q: I am using Microsoft Works 8. At times I need to compare documents in word processor, but in the ... A: Deepa I would suggest downloading Open Office first and trying that compare document option. If ...
Works 4.5 / Vista	11/13/2007
Q: I am a long-time Works 4.5 user and I am thinking of upgrading my computer from XP Pro to Vista. ... A: stewart I have heard of some success but not much using 4.5 on vista, it has to be done using the ...
Works and pdf	10/25/2007
Q: Please help! I am having trouble converting my Works document to PDF so that it can be sent out as a ... A: Cathie do you have Adobe Acrobat professional (this is the program for creating pdf files - works ...
works 4.5 - vista	10/17/2007
Q: i just bought a lap top with vista. it's very slow and keeps siezing. does 4.5 works run on vista? ... A: Sandy Works 4.5 is the better program however it isn't designed for Vista and you will have those ...
microsoft work suite 2005	8/18/2007
Q: I have microsoft works suite 2005 which was installed on my computer when I bought it. I had my ... A: Rosie The only option is to call Microsoft and see if they will give you a new product code. If ...
Works 8 Data base not finding spaces	8/17/2007
Q: I recently updated to Works 8. when I use the ctrl F function on my old version if you put a space ... A: Richard It looks like they have taken this functionality out. I just tested it on a database I made ...
Vista Problems	8/12/2007
Q: I am currently having problems setting up a shared wireless connection between 2 computers. One of ... A: Heide This problem is better suited to the Windows expert area or wireless. However you should ...
Personalizing the predesigned templates	8/5/2007
Q: We recently got a new computer; Vista OS and MS Works 8.5. In previous versions of Works, I could ... A: Cyndy I just discovered this a few days ago myself. It seems that microsoft want you to use the ...
Time stamp on date field	8/2/2007
Q: I am merging a MS works database with a word document. I have a field called "date received". When ... A: Curt You could probably format the Date field to only show the actual date not the time. However I ...
Legal documents / proofreading marks	8/1/2007
Q: I have a new computer with Windows Vista Home Premium which includes Microsoft Works (could not ... A: AJ Works doesn't have simplified tools that word has for those options, you have to manually change ...
Opening word docs on Works 8.5	7/30/2007
Q: I just got a new laptop running Works Word 8.5. Some of my word files open in works, but some don't. ... A: James Well the simplest way would be to get sun openoffice office suite (which is free) as it will ...
microsoft works 3 to 8	7/29/2007
Q: my sister has document saved on disc made in works 3.she now has a new computer running xp with ... A: Helen There is no converter between works 3 and works 8 available, most workarounds involve saving ...
Text limit on clipboard	7/22/2007
Q: I try to paste an article into Works (like I did in Word) and I get an error message about the size ... A: Cheri Here is the link to office org http://www.openoffice.org/ I have looked into the other ...
Text limit on clipboard	7/20/2007
Q: I try to paste an article into Works (like I did in Word) and I get an error message about the size ... A: Cheri This link explains what happens and a workaround (which involves using a different browser to ...
Works vs. Word	7/19/2007
Q: I use Word 2002 on my home computer. I was using Word 97 on my office computer, but we got a new ... A: Cherry The limitations of works are varied and many. This is one of them, being able to change the ...
works installer	7/11/2007
Q: I have a new vista laptop and microsoft works was of course pre-installed but there is no area to ... A: Matt It sounds like it wasn't installed correctly. You may have two options available, the first is ...
Works Spreadsheet	6/26/2007
Q: I'm using what appears to be version 8.5 under Vista and when I try to use the format numbers ... A: Edwin The only two options I can think of are too uninstall Words and then update the Printer ...
read only files	6/22/2007
Q: the problem i now have is that when i try to copy, move, delete or edit any of these files from disc ... A: Lynsey You should be able to drag them from the CD (which will copy them) to your documents folder. ...
Works database files	6/18/2007
Q: I have just purchased a new computer running Vista. I have a Works data base file that I have been ... A: anthony If you are using Works 8.0 try updating to 8.5 if you are using 8.5 on the Vista machine. ...
MS Works Version 4 for Mac	6/16/2007
Q: can you please tell me: if Works V4 for Mac is compatible with Mac OS 10.3.9, and; if its word ... A: Bill As far as I can remember there is no Outline view in the Works word processor (in any ...
works page size	6/15/2007
Q: can you please tell me how to change default page size in works version 8? A: You need to create a new 'default' template together with the required paper size. Start the Works ...
works vs word	5/31/2007
Q: I have microsoft works and cannot send my resumes-everyone asks for a word document-what are my ... A: Ross You either have to save the file in RTF or TXT format for Word programs to open the file. If ...
MS Works 8.5	5/26/2007
Q: Just bought a new laptop with Vista. It's got trial of works 8.5.822.0. Trying to do a WDB of my ... A: Mike There is no option for drop down fields in MS Works Database (at least to version 8 - I ...
MS Works Database Insert Pix	4/21/2007
Q: I am attempting to organize a travel journal on the database and would like to insert a jpg picture ... A: Pat As far as I know it isn't possible to insert a picture into each individual record in Works. ...
Importing msworks 8.5 database files into ms access 2003	4/12/2007
Q: in this webpage I saw an answer to this topic, but it offered a conversion via email of a file. But ... A: Ricardo The update for 8.5 for some reason removed the save as dbf file (which would have allowed ...
Upgrading from Works 7 to 8 while on Vista platform	4/12/2007
Q: Before he had Microsoft ME and had created a database using works v7. He cannot import the data ... A: Ann On the Works 7 computer open the Database and save the file as a dbf file (available in file > ...
microsoft works 'recently used file' list not appearing	4/5/2007
Q: the list of 4 recently accessed files disappeared, and I can't get it back... any idea what I can ... A: Diane from what I can find out the only way to get this feature back is to uninstall works and then ...
works 8 default locations	3/31/2007
Q: I want to change the default location for open a file. Works automaticaly sends me to My Documents. ... A: Phil Works doesn't have the option to do this like Word does. There are a few options, you can ...
works spreadsheet	3/29/2007
Q: Greetings Richard - I'm trying to find a way to reconcile my VISA statement. My bank can export ... A: Jon Not easily. It would have to be manually which depending on how long you have would depend on ...
Recovering Works 8.0 / XP Calendar Data	3/27/2007
Q: My PC suddenly would not start-up. I installed a new hard disk and made it the boot disk using my ... A: Torsten I haven't tried it that way but it makes sense. When you search the harddrive do you ...
Works 8.5 Calendar	1/27/2007
Q: In works 7.0 I would print the weekly calendar and all the appointment descriptions would wrap if ... A: I have been looking for a solution but it looks like this is by design for some reason. There aren't ...
uploading pics	12/20/2006
Q: I make up flyers and were inserting pictures of houses that had been taken with a digital camera and ... A: The most recent version is 7 which is 2003 suite. Look for these files on you pc • Bmpimp32.flt ...
labels	12/18/2006
Q: I'm using Microsoft Works 8.0 -- newly installed, and probably not the version I used to create the ... A: Jan You should have an option called Task Launcher in the Microsoft Works on the Start button, ...
lost m/s works	12/16/2006
Q: My windows went down and had to do a sys. recovery. Now i have no m/s works is there a way to get it ... A: Don If you just recovered windows and didn't reload the system do a search for wkswp.exe and see if ...
Clip art problems	12/15/2006
Q: I am experienced user of MS office clipart. However, today, I tried to insert a picture from the ... A: Bree There can be a few options you may need to do. The first is to clear the check box for ...
Microsoft Works (mac) 4.0 files converted to Microsoft Works (windows) 7	12/14/2006
Q: We have recently converted all of our Macs to Windows and purchased works for all of our new windows ... A: Adam Works 7 will convert (or they say it will) mac works word processor files, it won't convert ...
Microsoft Works 4.0 for Macintosh	12/8/2006
Q: After upgrading to a Mac G4 PowerBook running OS 10.4.8 Tiger and loading my Works program, it ... A: Dennis This was the only reference I found for your problem http://support.microsoft.com/kb/147899 ...
Read Ony - Works Spreadsheet	12/4/2006
Q: I have a small speadsheet in Microsoft Works that I would like to burn to a CD and be able to update ... A: James When you create the CD you have to make sure that you don't Finalize the cd which makes it ...
Works database	12/1/2006
Q: I do have Microsoft Access 2003 but it says I can't open the .WDB file or import it without saving ... A: Karen Can you send the file to richard.littlewing@gmail.com and I will convert it to a file that ...
attachments to e mail	11/29/2006
Q: I am creating document in microsoft works and attaching to e mail. The reciever is unable to open ... A: Jean The receiver has Word and not works, which is a wordprocessing program. The only way around ...
Word Art	10/18/2006
Q: I am trying to use word art but i havent got the same one as i did before, it might of been when i ... A: Lara This is an updated version of wordart. Version 1 was the one I think you are talking about. ...
works spreadsheet	10/16/2006
Q: i'm not sure whether this is the right place to ask this or whether you are more help for technical ... A: the spreadsheet in works doesn't have that feature, you either have to copy and paste to the word ...
Works to Rich Text Format/Word Format	10/16/2006
Q: I have Works version 8.0 and Windows XP. I am a distance education student so I e-mail my ... A: Carlie as far as I can find out you can't prevent the rtf from changing how the page looks, the ...
Works Spreadsheet will not print	10/7/2006
Q: Using Works Version 7.0. Cannot print other Spreadsheet files. I get a blank screen and the ... A: Bernard Try these steps first Printer and Faxes (Start>Settings or via Control Panel ) ...
MS Works	10/7/2006
Q: I am the volunteer treasurer at my church. All of my records are on works. Yesterday the history ... A: Gene There isn't a way that they can be brought back all at one time, you have to open each one ...
Works 8.0	9/30/2006
Q: I have Works 8.0 on desktop. I have Product identifier code. I have tried to move acopy to my ... A: Susan That file is a system file needed for Works to basically work. The only option is to load or ...
Micosoft Works 4.8 - 8.5	9/30/2006
Q: Have two databases & lots of spreadsheets in Works 4.5 on old computer. Want to transfer to new ... A: Pat There are a few ways, you need to have either a CDRW drive to write to a cd or a USB drive that ...
Scanning doc. to microsoft works word.	9/6/2006
Q: My question is: Can I scan a form to Works Word or transfer a form that has already been created(not ... A: Scott Works is limited in the Wordprocessing area especially when it comes to forms etc. Word ...
Converting Works Calendar Files	8/24/2006
Q: Our church office has used the Works Calendar to book the use of our facilities in the past. We ... A: Kelly It can be done in a roundabout way but you would need works. "The Works Calendar is a pretty ...
Works 7.0 opening blank envelope	8/22/2006
Q: When I click "Start a blank word processor document" in the Works 7.0 Task Launcher or "New / File" ... A: Bob The file Normal.wpt is the default template for Works and can be (re)created using File>Save ...
Importing an Access database in MS Works 2000	8/21/2006
Q: I have just taken over as membership secretary for a sports club. I have been sent the old ... A: Jane As you have found works can't open the database from Access. You either have to buy Access ...
Works power point 8	8/16/2006
Q: I have been unable to open .pps files with Pwer point viewer. Msg: file does not have aprogram ... A: Jay Try downloading the PP viewer from Microsoft and reloading it, this may help with the file ...
word art	8/10/2006
Q: I am trying to type in a circle and I am not able to do it in my microsoft works word processor. Is ... A: Martina If you have Works 8 it isn't possible. If you have an earlier version of works and it was ...
Excel	7/24/2006
Q: I have not purchased Microsoft Works I yet because I would like to know if i will be able to create ... A: Sally You will come across a few problems with Excel and Works that will make it difficult to work. ...
Works Word Processor	7/7/2006
Q: I have Microsoft Office XP. Is there a way to read Works Word Processor documents with this? A ... A: Jim It sounds like a problem with the current installation of word, I would reinstall word with the ...
power point viewer	7/3/2006
Q: I downloaded the file and it does work. So what am I obviously doing wrong, or not doing, in Works 8 ... A: Vaughn It could be something to do with either the DVD or the drive. I noticed you mentioned ...
Works 4 printing spreadsheets	7/3/2006
Q: When I select print on my spreadsheets it defaults to around 500 printouts. I must remember to ... A: Judy As far as I know it can only be done in the Microsoft office suite using a macro, the macro ...
Works Spreadsheet	6/30/2006
Q: My father (80) uses works (version 7 I think). He has had a problem recently which stemmed from the ... A: Colin Works is a cut down version of Excel, re-engineered would probably be a better word than cut ...
power point viewer	6/30/2006
Q: The CD was professionally made for graduation last May (2006). It is a compilation of photos. It ... A: Vaughn Do you use the task launcher to open the Powerpoint presentation reader, if not try that and ...
power point viewer	6/29/2006
Q: I purchased Works 8 because I wanted the power point viewer in particular. The sales man assured me ... A: Vaughn If the powerpoint presentation was created with an earlier version (pre 1997) then it won't ...
micro soft works	6/26/2006
Q: I am trying to make a little booklet. I would like to paste (somehow) a copy of the book cover, 8 ... A: Cathy you can do this with the Works Word processor (depending on which version you have will ...
question regarding sorting in works	6/20/2006
Q: I have a spreed sheet with many fields and records. But I must eliminate some of the records. To ... A: Tony The best way to sort in Works is to highlight all the rows that you want to sort and then sort ...
Database	5/17/2006
Q: When I open a database that I created it says "End of file reached during reading", how do I open ... A: On further investigation it looks like the file has become corrupt. I have looked at the microsoft ...
overlapping text Microsoft Office Word 2003	2/9/2006
Q: When I try to type anything into either an opened or a new document, all of the letters stack up on ... A: This can be a printer driver problem or a tmp file problem, try the following and if it doesn't ...
Microsoft Works v 7.0 database	1/22/2006
Q: I am running Works v 7.0 on Windows XP.Is there any way to default the 'find' function in the ... A: Elizabeth As far as I can determine there is no option to allow this in works, you may be able to ...
open word attachment in works	12/14/2005
Q: I just got a new Sony Computer that came with Works. rather than Word. When someone sends me an ... A: Jim This depends on the version of works you are using, if the old one had word then that is why it ...
Importing Microsoft Works files to Microsoft office	10/13/2005
Q: I have Microsoft Works Version 3. I have purchased Microsoft Office 2004. Is there some way to ... A: Francie The converters are not automatically installed when you load up office, you may need to go ...
1. Works v.7	9/25/2005
Q: Followup To Question - 2.I recently (in the last day or so) noticed when I launch Microsoft Word ... A: Brad Microsoft way replace the disk, I have heard that the will do it and heard that sometimes they ...
1. Works v.7	9/21/2005
Q: 2.I recently (in the last day or so) noticed when I launch Microsoft Word that I no longer have the ... A: Brad Sorry for some reason I thought you had the suite which includes word. All the information I ...
Importing data from Excel to MSworks database?	8/16/2005
Q: Is there anyway to import fields from Excel into the Works database. Or is there anyway to import ... A: Dick Depending on what version of works you have you can open both text and dbase files in works, ...
1. Works v.7	8/10/2005
Q: 2.I recently (in the last day or so) noticed when I launch Microsoft Word that I no longer have the ... A: Works can be tricky but I have the same system running with both programs (different versions) but ...
1. Works v.7	8/8/2005
Q: 2.I recently (in the last day or so) noticed when I launch Microsoft Word that I no longer have the ... A: Brad This link should help with the task launcher problem ...
How may I print envelopes from a telephone directory, please ?	7/26/2005
Q: How may I print envelopes from a British Telecom telephone directory, please ? I have a PC with XP ... A: Charlie If you are scanning the addresses in then you are in for a long process, you need to scan ...
Works 8 and office 2003 for students and teachers	6/17/2005
Q: My Emachines XPHome computer came with Works 6 installed on it. When I installed Office 2003 ... A: Cindy The quick answer is yes, however after looking at some other information you should still be ...
MS Works 6.0 spreadsheets/XP	6/10/2005
Q: You mention Excel. I indicated MS Works 6.0/XP When I put the formula in....Works gave me an error ... A: Anita sorry I must have been in a bit of an Excel day that day. The formula won't work in Works as ...
Printing envelopes from Works spreadsheet	5/16/2005
Q: I'm hoping you can help. I'm attempting to print envelopes from a Works spreadsheet doc. It was ... A: Stan It can be done but the file needs to be set up as either a text file or works database file ...
Read - only files in Works 6.0	3/29/2005
Q: My computer came with MS Windows XP Home and MS Works 6.0 preinstalled. My computer also came with ... A: Mike This can occur depending on whether you append the disk or use it as a standard read write ...
MS Works into pdf	2/16/2005
Q: I would like to create a simple A5 booklet (which will be printed on A4 paper and stapled). I have ... A: Kez Microsoft publisher would be much better for what you want to do, unless the version of works ...
Works Spreadsheet	2/3/2005
Q: "Your formula contains circular references, etc" "Review the cell with the formula, etc" The problem ... A: Roscoe The only way to locate a circular reference is to turn the display of formulas on by ...
Works spreadsheet	2/3/2005
Q: Richard, Unfortunately I don't have a separate disc for Works 7, only an option to restore my whole ... A: David Try this link, if it doesn't work you need to contact sony and get them to send a works disk ...
Microsoft Works spreadsheet starting cell	2/1/2005
Q: Well, the problem: I have several spreadsheets in a file, some are old (from an old computer), ... A: Krystna This feature has been removed from the newer versions of works, the only reason the older ...
Works spreadsheet	2/1/2005
Q: Richard, Unfortunately I don't have a separate disc for Works 7, only an option to restore my whole ... A: David You could remove works 7.0 and just use works 6.0, or you could try and find the file on the ...
works	1/31/2005
Q: I have a Compaq Presario running windows XP. I have installed Microsoft Works 7.0 and Microsoft Word ... A: steve The earlier version would be works and not Word. It will delete works not word (or it ...
Record Keeping	1/30/2005
Q: I am a licensed acupuncturist and plan on giving the "paid online surveys" thing a whirl. If the ... A: Michael One option would be to use a program like quickbooks although the learning curve would be ...
works existing document list	1/14/2005
Q: The following was asked back in November '03: Date:11/12/2003 Subject:works existing document list ... A: Paul It may be possible but I haven't found a work around that is specifically for that, however ...
search for text	11/7/2004
Q: Works 4.5 win xp. I have a cell into which is input a value 1 / 2 / 3. What is the formula to have ... A: Chris The only way I know of to do this is to use nested functions, however they only work in ...
MS Office	7/27/2004
Q: brand NEC, - I cannot get MS Office installed. I copied files from my old PC, but I get the message ... A: Hmm That shouldn't have happened, If you removed office completely and then did a complete ...
Microsoft word2002	6/2/2004
Q: My Word is very slow. When I open a document it takes to long. Everything else on my computer is ... A: Jennifer It sounds like something was corrupted or infected with a virus. I would first suggest ...
Opening works	5/29/2004
Q: My computer had several viruses, a friend corrected the problems but I am now unable to open ... A: Christina If you have the original disks that have XP on them they should also have backups of ...
Microsoft Works Database	4/29/2004
Q: How do i total a column of numbers that adjusts the total in a cell at the bottom of the column ... A: Mike Depending on the version the only way you can create a total is by using the Report creator ...
tell me more	4/20/2004
Q: . How are you today.. I want to ask you about MS works.. tell me more about it and what is the use ... A: Kly Microsoft works is basically a cut down version of Microsoft office. Depending on what bundle ...
columns	3/22/2004
Q: I have a document where the first paragraph is a single column and the rest of the page is two ... A: Carol Works can't do this, it will only allow you to set the whole page for columns, not certain ...
Word Processor portion of Works 2000/Suite	3/14/2004
Q: I recently inherited a computer system and software from some relatives. Included in the software ... A: Steve You have two options, number one is to get the original owners to contact the computer ...
double spacing	3/14/2004
Q: this will be an easy one for you. how can i chane from single to double spacing? I can bring up ... A: Helen You can use the shortcut keys for this task, Ctrl + 1 one will give you single spacing, Ctrl ...
Deleting files in Microsoft Works	3/13/2004
Q: In version 3.0 of Microsoft Works, I am having trouble deleting files from the hard drive. When I ... A: Maureen Go to Start Programs and look for Windows Explorer, then when that opens go to the ...
Unsorted Mailing Labels	3/12/2004
Q: I have inherited an MS Works Word Processor Mailing Labels file where the addresses are not listed ... A: Keith This depends on the format of the document, you can import it into a spreadsheet only if it ...
How to make MSWorks6 my default	2/24/2004
Q: In regards to the questions previously posted below: Yes please send me the steps. I am working on ... A: Meadowlark Go to the Windows Explorer (Start > Programs > Accessories) if it is set as default. Go ...
How to make MSWorks6 my default	2/22/2004
Q: 1. How do I get my computer to stop defaulting to my old MSWorks 3 program. Every time I go into my ... A: Meadowlark You could remove the works 3 program, but if you don't want to do that I can send you ...
document conversion	2/10/2004
Q: I recently purchased a laptop with Works 7.0 installed. My desktop has Works 4.5. I want to be ... A: Larry I can't definitely say yes as I don't have works 7 to check, but in the save as dialog box ...
Works 4.5 margin problem	2/8/2004
Q: G'day Richard, from sunny, sweltering Oz! I've been using 4.5 for years with Win 95. Have had ... A: Stuart It may be that when you upgraded to 98 the printer driver supplied with 98 is different to ...
Works 7.0	1/29/2004
Q: I have written a formula in a spreadsheet that asks to "index the value" of.. This worked fine on ... A: Elana If the file has macro's disable them, see if that works or See if speech recognition is on ...
Creating a title for Works spreadsheet	11/22/2003
Q: I have Works v 6 that came with my 1 1/2 year old Gateway. I really haven't used the program, but I ... A: Linda The Edit Menu > Title option is only used for Graphs and will only show if you have a graph ...
Microsoft Works-follow-up	11/13/2003
Q: Richard, to answer your question, I have Microsoft 98, but the Works version that I have says ... A: Ken You are limited to that amount of files viewed in the task launcher. About the only option you ...
works existing document list	11/12/2003
Q: I have 9 recipes in Works Task Launcher, but the program will only allow me to list 8 of them under ... A: Ken Normally there is a limit to 8 or more (and less)in the history column, however I think it can ...
Works 6.0 Mail Merge problem	11/9/2003
Q: I have the 6.0 OEM version of Works on a Compaq Presaio laptop. I have a database made up of ... A: David I think that it could be unsolvbable even with an upgrade to 7.0, a downgrade to 4.5 might ...
How to	8/21/2003
Q: I can't afford to buy "word", I would like to know, how to make business cards in works. I'm not ... A: Dennis If your version of works doesn't have business cards, you can get templates for cards off ...
deleting unwanted, blank pages	8/12/2003
Q: I use the full-size recipe templates in Microsoft Works, I have Windows 98. Somehow, I often get a ... A: Ken The only thing I can think of is that there may be spaces in the extra pages, I have tried to ...
voice activated programs	6/4/2003
Q: Are you familiar with voice activated software? I am hearing about Dragon NaturallySpeaking 7 and ... A: Thalia I have recently used the program and in my opinion it isn't worth the money (thankfully I ...
Business Cards	4/27/2003
Q: Is it possible to design and create business cards using Works 6.0, and if so, how? I did not find ... A: Michael There isn't any template that I could find for Works that will do what you need. The only ...

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