VBA, macros
You want to protect the code inside your VBA macros from unauthorized viewing or editing in Word. The Visual Basic Editor includes a built-in password protection feature that encrypts the entire macro project. This article explains how to set a password on your VBA project, what the encryption actually protects, and how to avoid common … Read more
You want to call a Python script directly from Word using VBA. This is useful when you need to process data, generate reports, or interact with external systems that VBA cannot handle alone. Word VBA can launch any external executable, including the Python interpreter, by using the Shell function or the Windows Script Host object. … Read more
You need to save a Word template with embedded macros, but the standard template format (.dotx) does not support macro storage. When you close a .dotx file that contains VBA code, Word silently discards all macros without warning. This article explains how to create and save a macro-enabled template (.dotm) so your code remains intact … Read more
When opening a Word document that contains macros, you may see a message that says “Compile error in hidden module.” This error prevents the document from loading properly or stops macros from running. It occurs because Word cannot compile the Visual Basic for Applications code stored in a hidden module within the document or template. … Read more
When you open a Word document that contains macros, you may see the error message: “The macros in this project are disabled.” This error occurs because Word’s security settings or the document’s source prevents macros from running. The message can block automated tasks, forms, or custom tools you rely on. This article explains why Word … Read more