CS> recently it has not been giving me the blank page. Rather it
CS> just comes up with the grey background (no new file). As far
CS> as I'm aware I haven't changed anything.
I think the startup configuration is controlled by command line switches in 
Word 6.0.  Have you added a new toolbar, changed or added any icons?  When 
you start Word with no command line switches, it should open with a new 
document by default.
Bob
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