Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated September 5, 2020)
This tip applies to Word 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003
You may have noticed that when you are using Print Layout view, Word can change magnification levels (the zoom setting) automatically. There are a couple of rules of thumb to remember in regards to the zoom settings:
You should note, as well, that you should check the zoom setting in your Normal.dot template file. This can also have an effect on newly created files. Open Normal.dot, set the zoom setting for Print Layout view, and then save the file again.
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