Change both applications from the maximized state by using the button to the
left of the X in the top right corner and then drag their borders so that
they are the size you want and in the position that you want so that you can
see them both. Better yet, get a second monitor.

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Hope this helps.

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Doug Robbins - Word MVP

"Foxtrotsky" wrote in message
...
Hi there,

I am using Adobe Reader to view journal articles in pdf format and Word to
jot down notes.

I am sick of alt-tabbing to switch between them both - is there a way I
can
have both windows open at the same time and not have Reader disappear when
I
type in Word?

Thanks in advance