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Decrease file size of Word2002 table doc ? Pictures already compr.
I am using a two column table for a video script. I inserted still images in
left column, text in right. I have compressed the still images but still have a document that is 9MB in size. My client reviewed the document and sent it back to me with notations using Track Changes option. The file he returned to me was only 480K in size but still included all of the pictures. I asked how he made the file smaller and he said to turn off "allow fast saves" in Tools Options Saves, but when I checked it wasn't turned on. Is there an easy way to decrease the overall file size of this document? Thanks much! |
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Hi Cooley
Here is Suzanne Barnhill's classic list of causes of large file size: There are a number of reasons for excessive file size, including: 1. Fast Saves: Disable this at on the Save tab of Tools | Options. 2. Preview Pictu Clear the check box on the Summary tab of File | Properties. 3. Versions (File | Versions): Make sure "Automatically save version on close" is not turned on. 4. Revisions (Tools | Track Changes): Highlight Changes: Make sure "Highlight changes on screen" is turned on (or that "Final Showing Markup" is displayed). Accept/Reject Changes: If "Accept All" or "Reject All" is available then revisions are present; accept or reject all changes, then turn Track Changes off. 5. Embedded True Type fonts (Tools | Options | Save); embedding fonts should be avoided wherever possible. 6. Embedded graphics: When feasible, it is preferable to link the graphics. That is, when you insert the graphic, click the arrow beside Insert in the Picture dialog and choose Link to File rather than Insert or Insert and Link. 7. Embedded objects: These are even worse than ordinary graphics saved with the document. If you see an { EMBED } code, the graphic is an OLE object. Unless you need to be able to edit the object in place, unlink it using Ctrl+Shift+F9. 8. File format: Make sure you are saving as a Word document; in some cases ..rtf (Rich Text Format) files are significantly larger than .doc files. 9. Document corruption: See http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/*AppErrors/CorruptDoc.htm. Hope this helps. Shauna Kelly. Microsoft MVP. http://www.shaunakelly.com/word "Cooley" wrote in message news I am using a two column table for a video script. I inserted still images in left column, text in right. I have compressed the still images but still have a document that is 9MB in size. My client reviewed the document and sent it back to me with notations using Track Changes option. The file he returned to me was only 480K in size but still included all of the pictures. I asked how he made the file smaller and he said to turn off "allow fast saves" in Tools Options Saves, but when I checked it wasn't turned on. Is there an easy way to decrease the overall file size of this document? Thanks much! |
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Actually I think I got most of that list from Beth Melton. g
-- Suzanne S. Barnhill Microsoft MVP (Word) Words into Type Fairhope, Alabama USA Word MVP FAQ site: http://word.mvps.org Email cannot be acknowledged; please post all follow-ups to the newsgroup so all may benefit. "Shauna Kelly" wrote in message ... Hi Cooley Here is Suzanne Barnhill's classic list of causes of large file size: There are a number of reasons for excessive file size, including: 1. Fast Saves: Disable this at on the Save tab of Tools | Options. 2. Preview Pictu Clear the check box on the Summary tab of File | Properties. 3. Versions (File | Versions): Make sure "Automatically save version on close" is not turned on. 4. Revisions (Tools | Track Changes): Highlight Changes: Make sure "Highlight changes on screen" is turned on (or that "Final Showing Markup" is displayed). Accept/Reject Changes: If "Accept All" or "Reject All" is available then revisions are present; accept or reject all changes, then turn Track Changes off. 5. Embedded True Type fonts (Tools | Options | Save); embedding fonts should be avoided wherever possible. 6. Embedded graphics: When feasible, it is preferable to link the graphics. That is, when you insert the graphic, click the arrow beside Insert in the Picture dialog and choose Link to File rather than Insert or Insert and Link. 7. Embedded objects: These are even worse than ordinary graphics saved with the document. If you see an { EMBED } code, the graphic is an OLE object. Unless you need to be able to edit the object in place, unlink it using Ctrl+Shift+F9. 8. File format: Make sure you are saving as a Word document; in some cases .rtf (Rich Text Format) files are significantly larger than .doc files. 9. Document corruption: See http://www.mvps.org/word/FAQs/*AppErrors/CorruptDoc.htm. Hope this helps. Shauna Kelly. Microsoft MVP. http://www.shaunakelly.com/word "Cooley" wrote in message news I am using a two column table for a video script. I inserted still images in left column, text in right. I have compressed the still images but still have a document that is 9MB in size. My client reviewed the document and sent it back to me with notations using Track Changes option. The file he returned to me was only 480K in size but still included all of the pictures. I asked how he made the file smaller and he said to turn off "allow fast saves" in Tools Options Saves, but when I checked it wasn't turned on. Is there an easy way to decrease the overall file size of this document? Thanks much! |
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So when are one of you (or have you???) written an article to list
this info so I can add it to my site as a support link? ;-) Dian ~ On Sun, 24 Apr 2005 23:23:59 -0500, "Suzanne S. Barnhill" wrote: Actually I think I got most of that list from Beth Melton. g |
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For all I know, there may be a KBA somewhere; if not, Beth could write one,
but I gather her "list" is pretty long right now. -- Suzanne S. Barnhill Microsoft MVP (Word) Words into Type Fairhope, Alabama USA Word MVP FAQ site: http://word.mvps.org Email cannot be acknowledged; please post all follow-ups to the newsgroup so all may benefit. "Dian D. Chapman, MVP" wrote in message ... So when are one of you (or have you???) written an article to list this info so I can add it to my site as a support link? ;-) Dian ~ On Sun, 24 Apr 2005 23:23:59 -0500, "Suzanne S. Barnhill" wrote: Actually I think I got most of that list from Beth Melton. g |
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Well...if either of you do write one, please be sure to pass me the
link. TIA.. Dian ~ On Mon, 25 Apr 2005 10:47:05 -0500, "Suzanne S. Barnhill" wrote: For all I know, there may be a KBA somewhere; if not, Beth could write one, but I gather her "list" is pretty long right now. |
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