If you have inserted check boxes from the Controls Toolbox instead of the
Forms toolbar, then that is the problem.

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"Cathryn" wrote in message
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Hi everyone

I really hope someone can help. I'm currently using Word 2000 and
attempting to create a form. Can anyone explain why when I protect the
form
for use and then save the document when I go back into it the unprotect
icon
is greyed out? I've also tried unprotecting from tools and then unprotect
form, but the option is still greyed out.

I also have tick boxes in my form and once the form is protected I can't
seem to click on them anymore.

Thanks in advance!

Cathryn