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Temporary file is being created of .dotm file in Word's startup folder

I have created a .dotm file containing some macros and a RibbonX toolbar to be used in Word 2007. Everything seems to be working except that when I place the file in the startup folder of Word a temporary file of the .dotm file is being created each time Word is being launced. The temporary file is named ~$ My File.dotm.

There are other .dotm files in the startup folder which also have macros and a RibbonX toolbar - however a temporary file is not being created of these when Word is launched.

What am I missing here? I have tried to save a blank .dotm file in the startup folder which has the same behaviour.

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That is standard behaviour.  In the case of the other templates in the Startup folder, do they appear as loaded (a tick mark in the box) when you go to the Developer Tab>Document Template?
Hope this helps,
Doug Robbins - MVP Office Apps & Services (Word)
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Last updated October 5, 2021 Views 176 Applies to: