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dz

Does anyone know how to run a Windows app. from a Word
macro?

For example, I need to execute the Windows, Run feature
and then return to Word. I don't need to go to the
command prompt - just need to use net send.

Example: start, run, net send [username] [message]

Thanks.

dz
 
D

DZ

Thanks a bunch!
-----Original Message-----
Hi dz

Use the Shell command.

HTH and have a great day!

Steve

Does anyone know how to run a Windows app. from a Word
macro?

For example, I need to execute the Windows, Run feature
and then return to Word. I don't need to go to the
command prompt - just need to use net send.

Example: start, run, net send [username] [message]

Thanks.

dz


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