Windows 10: Randomly Deleting Text *overtype* windows 10

when typing my full text randomly disappearing i googled it, it said something about overtype but they explained the fix but it was for microsoft word this doesnt happen to me only during using word it happens on all apps it said use the insert button but i use insert for other things so if there is any way i can permanetly delete or stop this overtype thing that would be great.sdaadsfjdhfiadfgasdbfksdbvkahdsb

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Overtype key

I used to use the Insert key as overtype key when I'd made a mistake, this doesn't work any more. I haven't found a key to use for overtyping, I have to delete the entire word and then retype the word I want.

What can I do?

 

Overtype key

Hello Lizzie! My name is Marco, I am an Independent Advisor. I will do my best to help you.

You mean MS Words ?

Go to the options ---> alt + o (one or two times) then ---> advanced options

To enable the INSERT key in order to control Overtype mode, click to select the " Use the Insert key to control overtype mode " check box.

To keep Overtype mode always enabled, click to select the "Use overtype mode " check box.

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Method 2

Right-click the Status bar, and then click Overtype. "Insert" is now displayed on the left side of the Status bar.

To use Overtype mode, click Insert on the Status bar. "Overtype" is now displayed on the left side of the Status bar.

Source:
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/office/trouble...

 

overtype

I am trying to compose an email but stuck in overtype mode. Not having that problem here. What do I do?

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