Templates and Ask Fields

[Juliew]

When a template is created, how can you rearrange
the order in which the "ask fields' are prompted.
Also, can you use text boxes in a template where
the user is prompted to enter information?

 

[Doug Robbins - Word MVP]

Hi Julie,

It's better to use a userform. See the article "How to create a Userform"
at:

http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/Userforms/CreateAUserForm.htm

And

http://www.mousetrax.com/techpage.html#autoforms

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Hope this helps
Doug Robbins - Word MVP