"Ramona" wrote in message
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When I download text files I have them set so they automatically open in
Excel. However, they always open in a new instance/window. I've tried
all 4
possible combinations of the "ignore other applications" and "Windows in
taskbar" options with no change. The options work as far as getting files
opened from Explorer to open in the same window. Any ideas on what to
try
next?

I have Office Small Business 2000 with Powerpoint 2003 added. I suspect
it
has something to do with the Powerpoint 2003 install as my other computer
without the Powerpoint works fine.

Thanks!

P.S. Setting both options generates the problem I found in another thread
where the file is open but doesn't display and isn't hidden.
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Ramona

When you say "set so they automatically open in Excel", how did you do that?