Hi,
I am using Word 2002 SP3, XP, both with all latest updates.
I posted this question before but the answer didn't solve my problem.
I get an unexpected long delay in Bullets and Numbering.
I get it when Word applies default numbering patterns. I know I can define
my own style and apply that to avoid the delay, but I did not get this delay
before and I want to understand why I get it now.
I get the delay:

1. When I create a new document after rebooting, type a few lines, then
select them and do [Format]-[Bullets and Numbering]. I get an hourglass and
wait for about a minute before I can do anything else.
2. If I am typing an Outlook message and start manually numbering lines so
that word's automatic Bullets and Numbering kicks in, the same thing happens
- I get an hour glass and wait for a minute.

I have tried deleting my Normal.dot file and letting Word create a new one
(please note I am aware of all the possible problems with editing Normal.dot
files the wrong way).
No effect - I still get the delay.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

John