Hi Rob,
You can see a 'pixelated' graphic if you're
'stretching' a bitmapped graphic (bmp, png, jpeg, gif)
beyond its original dimensions, or if the background
wasn't a pure color (as can be the case with backgrounds)
which might not have been apparent in a graphics app,
when the color count setting for Windows is different.
You may be able to do some cleanup in Word by using the
transparent color tool on the Picture toolbar in Word or
sometimes by reducing the color count in a program such
as
http://www.irfanview.com
There are also a couple of printer drivers where this
can happen, but that would generally not show up unless
you're printing.
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When sending an image or drawing Word 2002 covers the
picture with disturbing dots.
How to avoid this?
Thank you,
Rob >>
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I hope this helps you,
Bob Buckland ?

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