Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated November 6, 2021)
This tip applies to Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2021
When you are developing macros, you may want to replace one of the built-in commands used by Word with your own macro code. In order to do this, you must find out the name used by Word to refer to the built-in commands. You can do so by following these steps:
Figure 1. The Macros dialog box.
Now, if you want to change the command, continue on with the rest of these steps:
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2021-11-07 06:07:12
Kiwerry
Interesting, thanks Allen
Unfortunately not available in the other Office components - or, at least, not accessible using the method.
2021-11-07 05:40:35
Doug B
I'm wondering if you change a built-in Word command, do you not run the risk of your work being overwritten during future Word updates?
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