Fish! Causes Recorder Errors with Windows

ID: Q78183

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows versions 3.0, 3.0a

SYMPTOMS

The shareware program Fish! version 3.0a4, which is included with the Microsoft Windows Resource Kit, causes errors with the macro recorder if Fish! is running during the recording or playback of macros. Error messages may include:

Cannot play back to obscured window

-or-

Playback window does not exist

These errors occur when you use the mouse to manipulate program icons that are minimized and on the desktop.

WORKAROUND

When recording a macro with Recorder, choose Record from the Macro menu, and select Ignore Mouse in the Record Mouse list box. Use the keyboard only (do not use the mouse).

Additional query words: 3.0 3.00 3.0a 3.00a WIN30

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Version : WINDOWS:3.0,3.0a
Platform : WINDOWS
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