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On 21/07/12 11:13, Keith Abraham wrote: > On 20/07/12 17:44, Neil Winchurst wrote: >> I have noticed that the spell check is not working properly in Libre >> Office writer. Is it just me or is this a known problem? >> >> Thanks >> >> Neil >> > > Spellcheck works OK for me on LibreOffice 3.5.4.2. > > This looks like an example of the problems Scribus and other packages > have been having when using aspell. These can be solved By using > hunspell instead if aspell or Ispell. hunspell is definitely superior. > > Check Tools>Options>Writing Aids especially that it uses hunspell for > spell checking. Also check that hunspell is installed. > > Else if you're using a version of LibreOffice < 3.5.4.2 then upgrade. > > Keith > > Thanks. It is on my daughter's computer (I use Mint KDE) so I will check version of Libre Office when I get the chance. If is < 3.5.4.2 I will upgrade and see if that sorts it. And/or I will check which spell check is installed. Probably can't get at it till tomorrow. Neil -- The Mailing List for the Devon & Cornwall LUG http://mailman.dclug.org.uk/listinfo/list FAQ: http://www.dcglug.org.uk/listfaq