J,
My suggestion may be off base. With line numbers set to display Word will
not start with numbered "lines," only a numeral "1" by line one will be
displayed.
Stephan's tip will show you how to clear text in your normal (or blank
document) template.
Sorry for any confusion.
Greg Maxey
See my web site
http://gregmaxey.mvps.org
for an eclectic collection of Word Tips.
"JSawyer" wrote in message
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When Word 2007 opens, it starts with numbered lines. Is this normal and
how
can I get the program to open with normal document layouts.
JSawyer