One problem that can plague writers and editors who handle a technical material is that Microsoft Word’s Autocorrect feature can sometimes “correct” words that you don’t want it to. It’s just another way that Microsoft tries to make life easier for you (I guess), but winds up treating you like a child that doesn’t really know what it needs.
To stop Microsoft from autocorrecting your text:
- On your toolbar, click Tools.
- Click Autocorrect Options, and select the Autocorrect tab.
- Deselect the Replace Text as You Type checkbox
- Click OK to save your changes.
Word will continue to note any oddly spelled words with its trademark squiggly underline, but it will stop changing words for you as you type. Buh-bye, nosy old Autocorrect!
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