WD6X: Word 6 .0 Hangs When Saving File or Previewing Graphics

 Last reviewed: February 5, 1998
Article ID: Q128645
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Word for the Macintosh, versions 6.0

SYMPTOMS

When you click Save in the Save As dialog box, Word may stop responding or quit with a Type 1 error.

This problem may also occur when you preview graphics in the Insert Picture dialog box.

CAUSE

This problem may occur if SuperBoomerang version 5.0 from Now Software is installed on your computer.

RESOLUTION

To resolve the problem, upgrade to Word 6.0.1. To obtain Word 6.0.1, call the Microsoft Order Desk at (800) 360-7561. If you are outside the United States, contact your local subsidiary. To locate your subsidiary, see the Microsoft World Wide Offices Web site at: 

   http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide/default.htm
To work around the problem in Word version 6.0, disable SuperBoomerang 5.0 or upgrade to SuperBoomerang 5.0.1a.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Word version 6.0 for the Macintosh. This problem was corrected in Word version 6.0.1 for the Macintosh.

MORE INFORMATION

Now Utilities is manufactured by Now Software, a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability. For more information about Now SuperBoomerang 5.0.1a, contact Now Software at: 

   Now Software
   520 SW Harrison
   Suite 435
   Portland, OR  97201
   (800) 237-2078 or (503) 274-2800
The third-party contact information included in this article is provided to help you find the technical support you need. This contact information is subject to change without notice. Microsoft in no way guarantees the accuracy of this third-party contact information.

Additional query words: freeze preview eps tiff graphic super
Keywords : macword word6 kb3rdparty kbgraphic
Version : MACINTOSH:6.0
Platform : MACINTOSH
Issue type : kbbug
Solution Type : kbfix

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Last reviewed: February 5, 1998
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