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Bug

At 10.1, pressing F1 only opens the Help window if you have clicked in the map area first; if not you must press several times and the same Help menus do not show up as in v10.

Last Published: August 19, 2020 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM083347
SubmittedAugust 2, 2012
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

We apologize that we were unable to address this issue within the current product support cycle.  If the issue continues to affect your work in a supported release, please contact Technical Support.

Workaround

Click the Help menu > ArcGIS Desktop Help.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM083347

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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