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I cannot cut & paste in word. How do I fix that?

Jim Fitzpatrick 20 Reputation points
2025-02-27T20:10:45.69+00:00

I cannot copy and paste in word. How do I fix that?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | For business | Windows
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  1. Stefan Blom 3,391 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2025-03-01T17:40:47.85+00:00

    Sometimes, just restarting the computer will fix these types of problems.

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  1. Jiajing Hua 18,065 Reputation points Moderator
    2025-02-28T08:40:26.9666667+00:00

    Hi @Jim Fitzpatrick

    How did you cut/paste content, via shortcuts (Ctrl+C/Ctrl+V) or menu options?

    If you are using shortcuts, please make sure, please make sure the shortcuts are not occupied by other software.

    As Viorel suggested, please check cut & paste function in Word and other programs.

    If you also have this issue in other software, it is recommended to clean the Clipboard:

    • Press Windows + V to open the clipboard history to turn off history.

    I also suggest you test in Word of Sade Mode. To open Word in Safe Mode:

    Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.

    • Type winword /safe and press Enter.

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