It sounds like the Word doc contains Columns, and/or other features that
aren't supported in WordPad files. WordPad uses RTF by default, so you can
open the file in Word then use Save As & select Rich Text Format from the
list of Save as Type: choices. However, there is no guarantee that it will
display in WordPad or any other glorified text editor as you would like it
to. The general rule of thumb is to create documents with less capable
software, then move them up to more sophisticated levels, not go the
opposite direction. IOW, always start with the lowest common denominator.
As for Works, copy/paste shouldn't be necessary. If you choose that option
use the Edit> Paste Special - Formatted Text command in Word rather than
simply Paste.
However, most versions of Works should be able to save in a file format
which Word can open. There are variables based on which versions of the
programs you're using, but you've not given any indication of what versions
they might be. I honestly haven't dealt much with Works in a number of years
so I couldn't say for certain anyhow, but you might simply try using the
File> Open command in Word & see how you make out.
HTH |:>)
Bob Jones
[MVP] Office:Mac
