Some users have reported that changing the zoom to, say, 500% and then back
will fix this.

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
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Words into Type
Fairhope, Alabama USA
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"Jane H" Jane wrote in message
...
Hello,

In Word 2003, the cursor has suddenly changed from the usual slender line
to
a different, almost dot-like shape. I may have hit something funny on my
Dell
keyboard but I don't know what it would be. I've tried re-booting with no
luck. I also have been unsuccessful with looking through the online help.
It's driving me mad!

Thanks for any suggestions.....

Jane