“Track changes” is a feature in Microsoft Word that allows multiple authors to collaborate on a document and see what each person has contributed or changed. However, if such a document is sent before the tracked changes are accepted or deleted, readers will be able to see what was removed. In some cases, this can lead to big trouble.
If you’re paranoid about accidentally exposing your tracked changes to the world, don’t fret. Shauna Kelly suggests simply going to Tools -> Options -> Security and clicking the boxes labeled “Warn before printing, saving or sending a file that contains tracked comments” and “Make hidden markup visible when opening or saving.” Now you’ll be presented with an ominous dialog box before you attempt to print, save or send.
Knowledge is power!
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