Word Query - FORM FIELDS ???

[Mr Dubby]

Am attempting for the first time to create a form for use/completion in Word with drop down menus etc.

I am trying to resolve a couple of probs:

1) I'd like the default option to show as blank - how is this achieved - is it by simply adding a load of spaces as an option?

2) When I choose one of the options in the drop down menu - the rest of the text in the document moves about dependent on the option used (repaginates I think is the word)

I''ve also got some frames round some options with just - how do I stop the user from being able to move these frames?

[pototea]

i don't think word is the best option for this. can you use html instead?

[Mr Dubby]

No I need it in word!

[pototea]

well you can solve 1) by having the first field as a blank & start your list in row 2

i don't think there is a way of getting round 2) as far as i am aware

[kimire]

I'm not quite sure that I've understood your problem properly, but wouldn't you be able to solve 2) by leaving enough space around your drop-down box for the longest option? Sorry if I've misunderstood...

[Mr Dubby]

I'm not quite sure that I've understood your problem properly, but wouldn't you be able to solve 2) by leaving enough space around your drop-down box for the longest option? Sorry if I've misunderstood...

yes but then when I use the shortest option it moves again!

HEYULP!!

[sjg1]

Use tables to lay out the form in the first place, it gives you far more control and you can switch off the visible gridlines when you're ready to distribute it.

As for preventing people moving things about, use Tools > Protect Document. Then the only editable things on the form will be the form fields you've defined.

[Mr Dubby]

Thanks all for advice