When you open Word HELP there is an icon (Show/Hide) that opens the left
hand side. You probably have the arrow pointing to the left. Click the
icon and it points to the right and shows the pane.

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Bill Foley, Microsoft MVP (PowerPoint)
Microsoft Office Specialist Master Instructor - XP
www.pttinc.com
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"JeanShearing" wrote in message
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why don't I get the left side of the help screen (contents, answer wizard,
Index) tab?