how do i turn off overwrite in libre write

LPO · February 10, 2019, 2:33am

I seem to be stuck in an overwrite mode when I try to edit a “writer” document “odt” file. I need to turn off that feature.

Ratslinger · February 10, 2019, 4:06am

Hello,

Two methods -

Insert key toggles Overwrite
In Status Bar near center should see Overwrite - click on it. It is also a toggle. If status bar is not visible it can be turned on from menu - View->Status Bar

JayVBear62 · February 11, 2021, 2:31am

It just worked as promised though I still can’t find any “overwrite” icon in the middle of the Status Bar.

Ratslinger · February 11, 2021, 2:40am

Works for me —

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BigRAl · February 11, 2021, 5:00pm

FWIW, up to v6.4.7.2 at least, “Overwrite” is only in the status bar if already in “Overwrite” mode, otherwise it is blank.

Ratslinger · February 11, 2021, 5:14pm

And if you click on that blank area, “Overwrite” will appear. The question and answer were about turning OFF Overwrite.

BigRAl · February 18, 2021, 5:53pm

Thank you - I was not aware of that functionality. No criticism intended.