Jennifer wonders if there is a way to cross reference only the number portion of a field-based number. For example, she wants to cross reference to a paragraph numbered 'Section 1.1', but have the cross reference display only the 1.1, not the word 'Section.'
This can be done by modifying the way you insert your cross-reference. Follow these general steps:
Figure 1. The Cross-reference dialog box.
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