[befuddled2]

How do I make a source file to be linked to a destination file? I have directions on how to link the source file to the destination file but the book doesn't go into how to make a source file. This is in Word.

befuddled2

[Jomar]

I'm not sure if this is what you are needing- but I'll try.

A source file is any file that you are using as a source of info {where the info is located}

the destination file is where your are copying or sending the info to


My daughter has my Word disk so i don't have it re installed yet since my pc crash & rebuild.


to check most things I close the program and then reopen it and then see if the link or attachment is there or not.

I hope that helps you.

[befuddled2]

Hi Jo,

I'm wondering if the source file has to be saved with a special file extension? Thank you for the information.

befuddled2

[Jomar]

I just got Word re-installed now, but I think I need more details about what you are trying to do?

Is this for a document that you want to link a source file too?

I only have Office 97 Pro - so if you have a much newer version I may not be able to help too much.

Maybe someone that is more familiar with Word will pop in and help.

[befuddled2]

Hi again Jo,

I have Office 2003 but what you have and mine maybe similar enough.

In answer to your question, the source file would be for a document I would like to link to as say a newsletter per say. If it's a lot of trouble don't worry cause it's not mandatory to know. I was just wondering how to do it as when I learn something I also get very inquisitive about the whole process. Also, if there's a way, I'll find a personal way for it's use. I have already used mail merge in my personal use but of course that is more useful perhaps than a source file.

befuddled2

[Jomar]

Have you tried using the little assistant characters to see if they can help explain it or show you how to do it?

You're ahead of me - I haven't used mail merge in Word at all - LOL