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Word expansion software troubles - TexasGal

Posted: Apr 26, 2014

I have been using this possibly little-known word expansion program (Shortcut for Windows) for years now and have umpteen thousand macros in it. I just bought a new computer and used the disc to install the program on it, but I can't get it work in Word like it did on my old computer. I tried googling "Shortcut for Windows" to try to get in touch with the company that made the program but no luck. Probably went out of business. Has anyone else heard of this company or use this program? Anyone know how to get the macros that I made in this program transfer over to a different word expander? I just hate to think of having to start all over again making macros for everything again. TIA for any and all help.

Re: ShortCut for Windows - nn

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I have SC for Windows and three years ago, when I got my computer with Windows 7 on it, I had problems installing it as well. I did not have the disk, but installed it by copying to a flash drive and was able to call the techs, who originally came up with the program (I believe it was Superior Global -- had to to some researching). I was told that when you install the program, to install it in "XP mode." So try that and see if it works. Mine has been working fine for going on three years.

Word Expansion software troubles - TexasGal

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Thanks so much! I will try that! I've got it on a flash drive too.

One solution could be to use - Instant Text

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if for any reason you can't get Shortcut to work on your new computer.

With a few clicks you can convert your Shortcut list into an Instant Text glossary and continue to expand all your Shortcut entries.

You can download it at link below and try it out.

Word Expansion software troubles - TexasGal

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Thank you so much!

Texasgal -- just wondering - nn

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I had originally responded to your post re: Shortcut. Were you finally able to get it downloaded and working?

Shortcut for Windows - TexasGal

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I haven't had the time to try either of these options yet. Trying to do this today. I uninstalled what I had on there and was going to try these again. I'll keep you all posted as to outcome. Thanks again!

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