Microsoft word 2003 locked?

I have this problem....which is, i'm trying to use microsoft word, but when i try typing, the words don't show on the screen. When I look at the left bottom corner of the screen it says "This modification is not allowed because the document is locked" I look on the top of the screen, and microsoft won't let me change the font, language and etc. Why is the document locked, and how can i unlock it?

Microsoft word 2003 locked?
It may be a trial version that was good for 30 or 60 days. At the end of that time it will let you read your files, but not edit them. You have to purchase Microsoft Office to continue editing them.





Kind of like being hooked like a fish, isn't it?





Good luck.
Reply:If this is an existing document, then the document it self maybe protected from the orignal source. You will not be able to unlock it without having access to orignal source.





If it is a new document, try the HELP button and look up or look for information on locked documents.





Because of it being 2003, support is probably no longer available. This program may not be accepted if you have a newer version on your system.





Not sure if this helps or not.