If this is a problem with all Excel files, 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 Mon, 19 Jun 2006 07:58:01 -0700, Lenoire77
wrote:

When I change the colour of a font or AutoShape, in normal view, nothing
actually changes colour. When I go to print preview, the formatting is
there. Have I accidentally changed any settings in excel?

Gord Dibben MS Excel MVP