Default view in MS Word 2003 1

[jgg10]

Everytime I open a new or existing document in word, it always opens in the reading layout. I want all documents to open in the print layout. How do I configure this to act as my default setting going forward?

 

[fumei]

Record a macro changing the view to whatever view you want.

Put that code as the AutoExec sub, in a code module in normal.dot. The code will runs when Word starts up, and the view will always be start with whatever you want.

Gerry

 

[striker83716]

Go to tools/options then select the general tab, uncheck the box titled "Allow starting in Reading Layout"

Rob

 

[jgg10]

Striker - Your tip was right on the money. Thanks for your help. I knew I was missing something obvious. It was driving me nuts. Thanks again!!!!

 

[fumei]

Glad it works, but I have to point out: that is version specific. Plus it could be changed by someone doing the same thing, in reverse. When put as code, Word will open in exactly the view you want, not just "allow" opening in a particular way. Further, if is possible to use code to detect what your last view was for a document, and reopen it in that view; and return you to the last cursor location to boot.

In any case, glad you found what works for you here.

Gerry