Changing Text in Pages

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Changing Text in Pages

OS Sonoma 14.6.1

So I don't know when things changed in Pages but -

In the past when I highlighted a word as above, I would simply start typing the replacement word that I wanted. Now, as soon as I begin typing I get this confusing mess -

I have no idea what this is and have no need for it. Is there a tweak somewhere that would prevent this dialog box from showing? Thanks.

Mac mini, macOS 14.6

Posted on Sep 26, 2024 10:48 AM

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Answer 1

VikingOSX

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Sep 26, 2024 11:08 AM in response to ttibsen

Before you select a word and assume that you can just type over the selection, ensure that edit menu > Track Changes is not enabled (e.g. disable Track Changes), or it will automatically spring that trap that you show above.

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Answer 2

ttibsen Author

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Sep 26, 2024 11:15 AM in response to VikingOSX

Ah! Brilliant! Thank you so much for setting me straight on that feature. I feel so much better now not having to face that mes each time I want to make a change.

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