Re: MS Word Sticky Space

[John Howell <jhowell@EARLHAM.EDU>]

> Does MS Word 97 have what I think is called a sticky
> space? When I write a number with units, sometimes on
> the word wrap the number becomes separated from the
> units; the number is at the end of one line and the units
> at the begining of the next. Can this be eliminated or do I
> just have to hand correct those instances?  I really want
> the number and units on the same page. I tried using the
> help page, but to no avail. Thanks.

On my computer, holding down the option key when I hit the space bar
gives me what you're calling a sticky space.  I think I've seen it
called a "hard space" elsewhere, so you might search for that term if
you need to look further for support.

Good luck - John