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I'm sorry to hear that you're having trouble typing in your Word document. Here are a few things you can try to resolve the issue:
  1. Check if the document is protected: If the document is protected, you won't be able to type anything in it. To check if the document is protected, go to the Review tab and see if the Protect Document button is highlighted. If it is, click on it and select Unprotect Document.
  2. Check if the cursor is in the right place: Sometimes, the cursor can be in the wrong place, and you won't be able to type anything. Make sure the cursor is in the right place by clicking on the spot where you want to start typing.
  3. Check if the document is in Read-only mode: If the document is in Read-only mode, you won't be able to make any changes to it. To check if the document is in Read-only mode, go to the File tab and see if the Read-only option is checked. If it is, uncheck it.
  4. Check if the document is corrupted: If the document is corrupted, you won't be able to type anything in it. To check if the document is corrupted, try opening it in a different program or on a different computer. If you're still unable to type in the document, it may be corrupted.
  5. Check if there are any add-ins causing the issue: Sometimes, add-ins can cause issues with Word. To check if there are any add-ins causing the issue, go to the File tab, select Options, and then select Add-ins. Disable any add-ins that you don't need.

I hope one of these solutions helps you resolve the issue. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask!
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