ConvertToFrame Method

Applies To

Shape object, ShapeRange collection object.

Description

Converts the specified shape to a frame. Returns a Frame object that represents the new frame.

Syntax

expression.ConvertToFrame

expression An expression that returns a Shape or ShapeRange object.

Remarks

Shapes that don't support attached text cannot be converted to frames. For pictures, OLE objects, and ActiveX controls, use the ConvertToInlineShape method.

If you use this method on a ShapeRange object that contains more than one shape, an error occurs.

In Word 97, frames have been replaced by text boxes.

See Also

ConvertToInlineShape method, ConvertToShape method, TextFrame object.

Example

This example creates a text box using the selected text, and then it converts the text box to a frame.

If Selection.Type = wdSelectionNormal Then
    Selection.CreateTextbox
    Selection.ShapeRange.ConvertToFrame
End If