Rearranging org chart boxes using AutoLayout is a problem PPT 2003

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Training Goddess

I was surprised that I couldn't seem to reposition the boxes on a single row
in an organization chart to reorder them while AutoLayout is on.

Is there a workaround so that I don't have to turn off AutoLayout? I like
the way it snaps everything into position when you add/remove boxes and
formats everything nicely.

Right now, the boxes are in the incorrect order and I really need to
position them perfectly but in the correct order.
 
One way you can try out (a little complicated, see if there's a better
solution):
Lets say you have 3 subordinates, 1, 2 and 3.
To reorder it in such a way so that it becomes 2, 3 and 1.
Select subordinate 1 and drag it onto any of its co workers (either 2 or 3)
so that subordinate 1 is under one of them.
Now, drag subordinate 1 onto the superior (the one at the highest).
The order will now become 2, 3 and 1.
Holler back if you need more help.
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Outstanding! I've been doing this for 19 years, but even I didn't think of
that one!That works well enough that I'm able to get the results I need.

Thanks!
Training Goddess
 
No problem. Glad it helps.
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Shawn Toh (tohlz)
Microsoft MVP PowerPoint

Site Updated: Feb 20, 2008
(Amazing PowerPoint animations, artworks, games here)
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