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 Tue, 22 Feb 2005 00:21:02 -0800, trizog
wrote:

Hello I just bought office 2003 professional and excel wont let me fill
cells with color.
also I am not able to add color to tabs. I havent noticed any thing else
so far. is this some setting Ive missed can anyone help ? Thank You