PPT98: Incorrect Symbol Inserted Using Shortcut Key w/Some Fonts
Article ID: 183922
Article Last Modified on 10/3/2002
APPLIES TO
- Microsoft PowerPoint 98 for Macintosh
This article was previously published under Q183922
SYMPTOMS
When you insert a symbol from one of the following typefaces, a symbol other
than the one you selected may appear.
Wingdings
Wingdings 2
Wingdings 3
Monotype Sorts
Symbol
Zapf Dingbats
CAUSE
This behavior occurs when you use a shortcut key to insert the symbol.
PowerPoint incorrectly maps a decorative or symbol font to the shortcut key. For
example, if you are using the Wingdings font and you press OPTION+A, a southwest
arrow appears instead of a (1) bullet item.
WORKAROUND
You can work around this behavior and a insert symbol in your presentation by
using the Symbol dialog box. To do this, follow these steps:
- Click the text box where you want to insert the symbol.
- On the Insert menu, click Symbol.
- In the Font list, select the font you want to use.
- Click the symbol you want to use and click Insert.
- Click Close.
STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the Microsoft products
listed at the beginning of this article.
MORE INFORMATION
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