running a macro when word opens

[rodney_malodney]

hi, ive got a word file that when opened i need it to run a macro, as far as i can guess this is the right code:

sub document_open ()

but am i right or not as it doesnt appear to work????

 

[gwkenny]

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Hi, you'll want to name the subroutine AutoOpen and the code should be placed in a module UNDER the document you want this to run on when you open it. Or you can name the module AutoOpen and the subroutine in the module should be Main (I like to code it this way as Auto routines are usually key).

If you don't place it under the document in question and instead place the code in the Normal.Dot it will run everytime any document is opened.

The explanation from the VBA help file is slightly convoluted but understandable. When in Word VBA, do a search on "Auto Macros".

 

[rodney_malodney]

cheers got it working