Word for NT Prints Slowly When Project Is Minimized

ID: Q130217

The information in this article applies to:

• Microsoft Word for Windows NT, version 6.0
• Microsoft Windows NT Workstation, version 3.5
• Microsoft Windows NT Server, version 3.5
• Microsoft Project for Windows, version 4.0

SYMPTOMS

When you print a document from Word for Windows NT while Microsoft Project is minimized, the document will print very slowly.

STATUS

Microsoft is researching this problem and will post new information here in the Microsoft Knowledge Base as it becomes available.

WORKAROUND

To speed the printing process, disable the background printing option in Word. To do this:

1. From the Tools menu, choose Options.

2. Select the Print Tab.

3. Clear the Background Printing check box.

4. Choose OK.

KBCategory: KBSubcategory: Additional reference words: 6.0 ntword wordnt print very slow slowly too word6 long printing

Keywords          : kbprint
Version           : 6.0
Platform          : WINDOWS

Last Reviewed: February 5, 1998