How to select text (Word for Mac)

If you are unable to select text to drag and relocate it, there are a few potential solutions you can try:

1. Check Mouse Functionality: Ensure that your mouse or trackpad is functioning properly. Sometimes hardware issues can prevent text selection.
2. Restart the Application: Close and reopen the application you are using. This can resolve temporary glitches that may be affecting text selection.
3. Check for Updates: Make sure that your software is up to date. Sometimes bugs are fixed in newer versions.
4. Reset Preferences: If the issue persists, consider resetting the application preferences to default settings, as custom settings might interfere with text selection.
5. Try Keyboard Shortcuts: If dragging with the mouse is not working, you can use keyboard shortcuts to select text. For example, you can hold down the Shift key and use the arrow keys to select text.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consult the specific documentation for the application you are using or seek further technical support.

References:

• No text selected
• Edit Control Text Operations

Hi Martha,

Thank you for posting, I am here to help. Did you get any error message?

Before this problem occur have you notice any update?

When did this issue started?

To fix this issue please follow this steps:

Reopen the application.

Restart your device.

Let me know how this goes. Looking forward to helping you out.  If you need more help please feel free to let me know. If the answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer".

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Jansher

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