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Re: [LUG] Libre Office and Spell Check

 

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

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