Fred, it is always better to refer the workbook when you open..

Dim wbBook1 As Workbook
Dim wbBook2 As Workbook

Set wbBook1 = Workbooks.Open("<fullpath\<filename.ext")
Set wbBook2 = Workbooks.Open("<fullpath\<filename.ext")

wbBook1.Activate

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Jacob Skaria


"fred" wrote:

Hello,
My app opens 2 workbooks using Excel automation.
The second wrkbook is displayed in front.
How to put the first wrkbook in front?
Thanks,
Fred