WD97: "Word Could Not Split..." Attempting to Split Cells

• Microsoft Word 97 for Windows

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to split table cells horizontally, you receive the following error message:

   Word could not split the selection containing a merged cell.

CAUSE

The selection contains one or more cells that have been merged vertically.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, use either of the following methods:

Method 1: Split table cells separately

• Select each table cell individually and split the cell.

• Select the table cells that do not include vertically merged cells, and then split the cells.

• Select the table cells that have been vertically merged, and then split the cells.

Method 2: Increase selection to include entire range

Select all table rows that contain cells that have been vertically merged, and then split the cells.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the products listed at the beginning of this article. Microsoft is researching this problem and will post new information here in the Microsoft Knowledge Base as it becomes available.

MORE INFORMATION

Microsoft Word 97 for Windows allows you to merge table cells vertically. This is a new feature for Word tables.

To Merge Table Cells Vertically

1. Select the cells to merge.

2. On the Table menu, click Merge Cells.

NOTE: If the Assistant is hidden, click the Office Assistant button on the Standard toolbar. If Microsoft Word Help is not installed on your computer, please see the following article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

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