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Bug

When inserting an object in ArcMap 10.8, the paper size of a word document increases.

Last Published: April 20, 2020 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000130087
SubmittedApril 10, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.8
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

This issue will not be addressed.

Workaround

  1. Launch ArcMap, and click Layout View.
  2. Click the Insert tab > Object.
  3. Click Create from File.., click Browse..., select the .docx file, and click Open.
  4. Right-click the object, click Properties..., and click the Size and Position tab.
  5. Observe the size of the page:
    1. Height: 14.0584 in
    2. Width: 10.1136 in
  6. Manually change the size value to the following:
    1. Height: 11 in
    2. Width: 8.5 in

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000130087

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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