If this is a problem with all Excel files with coloured cells, the Windows OS
high contrast setting may be turned on. There is information in the
following MSKB article:

OFF: Changes to Fill Color and Fill Pattern Are Not Displayed

http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-ca;320531


Gord Dibben Excel MVP



On Fri, 10 Mar 2006 13:18:27 -0800, Ladyjane
wrote:

When editing an Excel spreadsheet, I cannot see shading or font colors. If I
look at it in print preview, I can see them, but not in the edit mode. Please
help!

Gord Dibben MS Excel MVP