WD2000: Cannot Select an Object Hidden Behind Another Object (241478)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Word 2000
This article was previously published under Q241478

SYMPTOMS

When a picture or object has been sent behind another object, you may be unable to click the picture or object to select it.

CAUSE

The picture or object may be smaller than the object covering it and cannot be selected either by clicking it or by using the Select Objects button on the Drawing toolbar.

RESOLUTION

To select and move the hidden picture or object, use the following steps:
  1. On the View menu, point to Toolbars and click Drawing.
  2. Click the picture or object that is covering the object you want to move and then press TAB or SHIFT+TAB until the picture or object you want to move is selected.
  3. On the Drawing toolbar, click Draw, point to Order, and then click Bring Forward.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about positioning graphics, click Microsoft Word Help on the Help menu, type stack drawing objects in the Office Assistant or the Answer Wizard, and then click Search to view the topics returned.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/6/2000
Keywords:kbhowto kbprb KB241478
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