Mac Word 2008 - hyperlink message "Word cannot open the specified file"

I'm using WordMac 2008 version 12.2.5 and after following detailed instructions on how to hyperlink chapters in a Table of Contents to their respective chapters in a book, I can only get the message "Word cannot open the specified file".
Any ideas what could be wrong?
My OSX is 10.5.1.
The instructions I followed are pasted below and are copied from the Smashwords Style Guide: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/52
START OF PASTE FROM SMASHWORDS STYLE GUIDE:
How to create a linked Table of Contents. Consider this feature in “beta.” My
thanks to Smashwords author Cheryl Anne Gardner for sharing these tips below,
which I have augmented based on my own experience adding a ToC to the Style
Guide (woo hoo!).
By adding a linked table of contents, you can help readers navigate your
document. This is especially useful for non-fiction. Most fiction doesn’t
need it. If you follow the instructions below, the ToC should work in your
EPUB, MOBI and PDF files, but it will not work in our other formats.
First, create your table of contents where you want it by typing it out. Make
sure the text is normalized just like the rest of your Smashwords’ Word
document. Example:
Contents
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Etc.
Next, we are going to create the BookMarks. In Word 2000, 2003 and 2007, the
Booksmark function is under the Insert tab. Go through your document, and at
each Chapter Start or Indexed item, you will highlight it and then select
Insert: bookmark. Name your bookmark corresponding to the Chapter/Indexed
item and then click add. It’s very important to use the first word of your
heading you’re linking to, because later on, when you add the hyperlinks,
Word displays the bookmark shortcuts in alphabetical order. With many
bookmarks, I found many of my bookmarks weren’t labeled properly, so it was
tough to link to the correct bookmark. If you want to link to a chapter named
How to Publish Ebooks, I’d recommend naming your bookmark
“HowToPublishEbooks” to make it easy to locate. If you instead name it,
“publishebooks,” you’ll frazzle your brain and make mistakes.
Repeat the process above for every Chapter Start as well as for other matter
in the book like index, bibliography, epilogue, prologue, etc. I didn’t link
to every section in the Style Guide, because otherwise the ToC would have
been three pages long. This is your call.
Next, return to your table of contents and highlight the word “Contents.”
Click insert, bookmark, and label this last bookmark “Contents”. Formatting
note: Bookmarks cannot have spaces or odd characters. If instead of
“Contents” you called the label in the document Table of Contents, as I did,
then when you insert the bookmark, name the bookmark “TableofContents,” one
word, or “toc.”
Next, add the hyperlinks to your Chapter Starts. In your table of contents,
if Chapter 1 is called Chapter 1, then highlight Chapter 1 and then click
insert Hyperlink. As you can see in the Style Guide, I tried to use more
descriptive labels. In Word’s Hyperlink menu on the left hand side, select
“Place in this document.” You will now see your bookmarks listed in the main
window. Select Chapter1 bookmark (or whatever you labeled it) and then click
ok. Do this procedure for every chapter and piece of matter in the table of
contents.
Final step. Now you can link back to the Table of contents. Move through your
document to each indexed item or Chapter start and highlight it. Then click
insert, hyperlink, and then select “Place in this document.” When the
bookmarks are showing in the main window, select the bookmark labeled
“Contents,” assuming that’s what you named your Table of Contents. Do this
for each and every chapter and or indexed item.
After you are done, all your links will be underlined. You will need to test
and make sure you linked everything properly. In most Word versions, you just
click on the hyperlink to test. In Word 2007, you may need to Ctrl-Click each
hyperlink and make sure it takes you where you need to go in the document.
Advice: Word has an automatic ToC generation feature under the reference tab.
Do not use this. It uses automated headings and formatting to generate the
ToC and this will un-normalize your text and cause font conversion issues in
your Smashwords files.
END OF PASTE FROM SMASHWORDS STYLE GUIDE.
I did all that as described but I still get the message "Word cannot open the specified file".
Could you help please?

This question would be better addressed to...
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/help.mspx
I think the operative phrase from that article is...
*Consider this feature in “beta.”*
-mj

Similar Messages

  • I downloaded Firefox 4 onto my PowerPC G4 1.67GHz running Mac OSX 10.5.6. When I try to open it I get error message You cannot open the application "Firefox" because it is not supported on this architecture. I can't find my Firefox 3.6.16 I'm on Safari.

    I just want to download Firefox 3.6 again
    I downloaded Firefox 4 onto my PowerPC G4, 1.67GHz running Mac OSX 10.5.6. When I try to open it I get error message You cannot open the application “Firefox” because it is not supported on this architecture.

    Use Tony's suggestion. I am running it right now and it is awesome. I love Mozilla but they basically screwed all of those older Macs over. Come on Mozilla. These Macs still work, and there are plenty of people with them out there.

  • I am trying to install Firefox 4 on my Mac OS 10.5.8 and I get the error message "You cannot open the application "Firefox" because it is not supported on this architecture" Help!

    I am trying to install Firefox 4 on my Mac OS 10.5.8 and I get the error message "You cannot open the application "Firefox" because it is not supported on this architecture" Help!

    Firefox 4 requires at least OS X 10.5 and an Intel Mac. There is a third party version of Firefox 4 that runs on OS X 10.4/10.5 and PPC Macs, for details see http://www.floodgap.com/software/tenfourfox
    If you prefer, you can get the latest version of Firefox 3.6 from http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all-older.html
    Mozilla are working to prevent Mac users with non-compatible systems from getting the notification about Firefox 4, and also not displaying the "Download Firefox 4" button on http://www.mozilla.com

  • I am running InDesign CS5.5 and trying to open an In Design File but getting an error message. " Cannot open the file "PDavidLCover.indd". Adobe InDesign may not support the file format, a plug-in that supports the file format may be missing, or the file

    I am running InDesign CS5.5 and trying to open an In Design File but getting an error message. " Cannot open the file "PDavidLCover.indd". Adobe InDesign may not support the file format, a plug-in that supports the file format may be missing, or the file me be open in another application."Please help I really need to get this file open.

    Since you've shown us the folder contents it's a good bet it isn't in use (no lock file). And it doesn't look like the file is mis-named as there doesn't seem to be anything else there that would be the .indd file (but just in case, open it in TextEdit and paste the first few lines here so we can see what the file header says), so the most likely case is the file is damaged. Is that on a removable device of some sort?
    You can try the tool at Repair corrupt InDesign Adobe files on Mac OS X  or send me a link to the file by private message and I'll try the recovery tool I have for Windows.

  • Working in Windows 8.1, trying to open Lightroom 3.6 64 bit, get the error message: Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file.  You may no have th appropriate permissions to access the item.

    Working in Windows 8.1, trying to open Lightroom 3.6 64 bit, get the error message: Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file.  You may no have th appropriate permissions to access the item.  I have changed the permissions to everyone and it doesn't work

    Any suggestions please?

  • When I try to open iTunes, I get this error message: Windows cannot access the specified device, path, or file. You may not have the appropriate permissions to access the item. I get a different error message if I try to uninstall it.

    When I try to open iTunes, I get this error message: "Windows cannot access the specified device, path, or file. You may not have the appropriate permissions to access the item." I've been able to uninstall all Apple products except iTunes as I get this error message: "The Installer has insufficent privileges to modify this file: C:\Program Files\i Tunes\Acknowledgments.rtf." I've had the iTunes on my laptop for a year and a half with no problems until now.

    Any suggestions please?

  • Is it possible to view .bbb files in a mac? how? I am transferring my bberry contacts onto my macbook pro, but cannot open the .bbb files...

    Is it possible to view .bbb files in a mac? how? I am transferring my bberry contacts onto my macbook pro, but cannot open the .bbb files...

    Well, if simply double-clicking the .bbb file doesn't work, first try dragging the file onto the BBDM icon (either in the Dock, on the desktop or in the Applications folder or wherever it's stored). That tells Finder to open it with that application.
    Otherwise, right-click on the file and choose the Open With option. If BBDM is not the default, select Get Info and use the Open with box from there to select it (if it's not in the list, choose 'other' and navigate to it), then click the 'change all' button.

  • I can receive MMS messages but cannot open the file sent...

    I can receive MMS messages but cannot open the file sent. It is just blank. Please help. Thank you.

    Hi there!
    Are you positive that the attached file is compatible with your device? See this KB for information:
    http://www.blackberry.com/btsc/search.do?cmd=displayKC&docType=kc&externalId=KB05482&sliceId=1&docTy...
    Cheers!
    Occam's Razor nearly always applies when troubleshooting technology issues!
    If anyone has been helpful to you, please show your appreciation by clicking the button inside of their post. Please click here and read, along with the threads to which it links, for helpful information to guide you as you proceed. I always recommend that you treat your BlackBerry like any other computing device, including using a regular backup schedule...click here for an article with instructions.
    Join our BBM Channels
    BSCF General Channel
    PIN: C0001B7B4   Display/Scan Bar Code
    Knowledge Base Updates
    PIN: C0005A9AA   Display/Scan Bar Code

  • I keep getting the error message " safari cannot open the page because it is not connected to the internet

    Every time i try to connect to the internet i get this error message " safari cannot open the page because it is not connected to the internet. I have a vodafone sim card inserted and a linksys wireless router.

    Try these troubleshooting techniques:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4056

  • Since downloading Firefox when I go on the Internet Internet Explorer pops up with a message - IE cannot open the webpage - Favorit. I have tried everything but cannot stop this happening. Any suggestions? Thanks. I am running Vista.

    Since downloading Firefox when I go on the Internet Internet Explorer pops up with a message - IE cannot open the webpage - Favorit. I have tried everything but cannot stop this happening. Any suggestions? Thanks. I am running Vista.

    The exact same things happend to me!! how frustrating! ive reinstalld it soooo many times and quicktime seperatly too as i have had so many different error messages including something to do with quicktime, i dont know what to do but as you said my ipod is useless with out itunes! if anyone works this out let us know! thanks alot x

  • Safari cannot open the specified address as OS X does not recognise the internet address starting with "aam". Please please can someone shed some light on this, its driving me MAD!!!

    when i try to download the software onto my mac, i receive a message saying that safari cannot open the specified address as OS X does not recognise the internet address starting with "aam". Please please can someone shed some light on this, its driving me MAD!!!

    Try and download the Desktop Application First before trying to install any other Adobe Product. The link for AAM is Safari looking for Desktop Application in your machine.
    Creative Cloud Help | Creative Cloud for desktop

  • I download last update numbers. Now I cannot open the previous files. The screen asked to upload. How to solve this problem?

    The screen  asked to donwload the new numbers program. I already have done it. I cannot open the previous files. How to solve this problem?

    If by the "screen asked to upload" you mean you see a message to upgrade Numbers, then probably what is happening is that you have two versions of Numbers on your Mac, the new version in the main Applications folder and the old one in a subfolder named 'Work '09.  This is as intended.
    Try opening your document with the new version of Numbers that is in the Applications folder, not the Numbers that is in the subfolder.
    SG

  • Error Message "the system cannot find the specified file"

    Hi,
    I built my website with iWeb, but when I want to publish it on my own domain (not .mac) I've always this error message (the system cannot find the specified file) with many files. I've tryed many ftp host but I still have the same problem. I ask my host domain manager and everything is ok with them. Si I guess that the problem comes from iWeb.
    Please help me.
    Thanks

    I get the error: Cannot Copy 08 the curse in on my house: Cannot find the specified file. Make sure you specify the correct path and file name.
    The song "the curse in on..." is on the "into the woods" soundtrack. I deleted the entire soundtrack from my iTunes Library, shut down and tried again. Same error. I did a search of all three hd (2 external and c) nothing found. I searched for song name and "into the woods" I even searched for the artist "Nicholas Parson Company" nothing on any of the 3 HDs. I also went into explorer and manually searched for the song under soundtracks, misc, various and I could not find it. I consolidated my library and restarted. I tried again and same error message. Can a level 4 or 5 offer any help. I am at a loss...
    The error won't let me copy one library to another HD.

  • ORA-00210: cannot open the specified control file

    Hi all,
    Initially we faced the following error:
    ORA-00214: control file '+DBDG/dws/controlfile/current.256.638648487' version
    75647 inconsistent with file '+FLASHDG/dws/controlfile/current.256.638648489'
    version 75645
    Then the following action:
    RMAN> restore controlfile from autobackup;
    Starting restore at 05-DEC-07
    using target database control file instead of recovery catalog
    allocated channel: ORA_DISK_1
    channel ORA_DISK_1: sid=997 devtype=DISK
    recovery area destination: +flashdg
    database name (or database unique name) used for search: DWS
    channel ORA_DISK_1: autobackup found in the recovery area
    channel ORA_DISK_1: autobackup found: +flashdg/DWS/AUTOBACKUP/2007_12_04/s_640476511.697.640476513
    channel ORA_DISK_1: control file restore from autobackup complete
    output filename=+DBDG/dws/controlfile/current.256.638648487
    output filename=+FLASHDG/dws/controlfile/current.256.638648489
    Finished restore at 05-DEC-07
    RMAN> recover database;
    Starting recover at 05-DEC-07
    RMAN-00571: ===========================================================
    RMAN-00569: =============== ERROR MESSAGE STACK FOLLOWS ===============
    RMAN-00571: ===========================================================
    RMAN-03002: failure of recover command at 12/05/2007 15:16:10
    ORA-00210: cannot open the specified control file
    RMAN>
    Any idea why this is happening?
    Regards,
    Soma Sekhar Karri

    Something which you should have looked up prior to posting
    00210, 00000, "cannot open the specified controlfile"
    // *Cause:  Cannot open the controlfile.
    // *Action: Check to make sure the controlfile exists and is not locked by
    // some other program.
    Sybrand Bakker
    Senior Oracle DBA

  • Sony SLT-A99V RAW files compatibilty with Adobe Photoshop Elements 9 : I cannot open the ARW file

    Sony SLT-A99V RAW files compatibilty with Adobe Photoshop Elements 9 : I cannot open the ARW file from PSE9, what can I do, what are the options ?
    Je ne peux pas ouvrier mes fichier RAW de mon Sony SLT-A99V avec Adobe Photoshop Elements 9 : quelles sont les options ?

    Il ya deux possibilités.
    (1) Acheter la mise à niveau PSE11. (2) Téléchargez le logiciel gratuit. Puis convertir des fichiers ARW à Adobe DNG et on peut les utiliser avec la version PSE9.
    Windows download click here DNG Converter 7.2
    Mac download click here DNG Converter 7.2
    You can convert a whole folder of ARW images in one click. See this quick video tutorial:
    You Tube click here for DNG Converter tutorial

Maybe you are looking for

  • Mail Sending with attachement

    Hello, I have one Modulepool having Z Transaction which sends the mail through workflow. I have created a task and bussiness object. Using FM SAP_WAPI_START_WORKFLOW to send the workitem in SAP inbox. That is attached to a standard Transaction CJ20n.

  • HT4363 I have sound but no picture In AirPlay. How can I solve?

    I have sound but no picture In AirPlay. How can I solve?

  • Clearing, Reset, Removing Array Int.

    I'm having a problem with a small class exersize. So far I am able to find the max, min, and average of the grades. As well as have them being entered. My teacher recently wanted us to add a try/catch methods so in case a user enters a negative grade

  • NJB3 and OmniRemote, SSR, or anyone, H

    Has this worked for anyone? I tried this once before, and deserted it after I couldn't get it to work. I got this from the Nomadness site a while back, and ran across the files for it the other day while cleaning up my Puter, and decided to try it ag

  • Fixing a Trace Problem

    Hi, a newbie question here. I live traced an image, but at some point there's a gap in a shape: I clicked expand so I can edit the anchor points, but what do I do next to correct the gap? Cheers, Dirk