XL98: Some Keys Don't Function and Others Cause Unexpected Results (254033)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Excel 98 Macintosh Edition, when used with:
    • the operating system: Mac OS 9.0
This article was previously published under Q254033
WARNING:This information is preliminary and has not been confirmed or tested by Microsoft. Use only with discretion.

SYMPTOMS

When you type certain keys, the active cell may move unexpectedly, or you may experience the following behaviors: 
   Key    Unexpected action
   ------------------------------------------------------

   f      The Print Screen dialog box is displayed.
   h      The Page Setup dialog box is displayed.
   i      The selected cell moves down about 50 rows.
   w      Nothing is entered in the cell.

CAUSE

This behavior may occur if both of the following conditions are true:
  • You are using a Power Macintosh G4.
  • There is a minor problem in your copy of Mac OS 9.

RESOLUTION

The only known resolution is to perform a Clean Install of your Macintosh Operating System.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/25/2002
Keywords:kbprb KB254033
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