normal.dot error message

[guygrim]

Good day all;

I am trying to get rid of an error message that is apparently related to my normal.dot file. I understand that the normal.dot file is a default file created by word. I think it is corrupt and the simple fix should be finding the normal.dot file and renaming it, so that word will create a new normal.dot file on restart.

Problem is: I cannot find the normal.dot file anywhere in my computer. I am using Word 2003 and Windows Vista. I think some of my files are hidden and cannot find the file. Can anyone help?

Thanks!

[doctorgonzo]

Look in somewhere along the lines of C:\Users\username\Application Data\Microsoft\Templates. I don't use Vista so I'm not 100% sure of that.

Note that Application Data is a hidden folder, make sure you have Explorer set to show hidden files and folders.

[guygrim]

Doc;

I hate to sound stupid, but how do I do that?

Thanks,

Grim

[doctorgonzo]

http://www.tech-recipes.com/rx/1521/how_to_view_hidden_and_system_files_and_folders_in_vista