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Word is not the problem. This behavior is normal if you use EPS files.
EPS graphics are vector-based which neither Word or Frame can handle very well.
Word has to store a binary of the graphic in the Word file and then load a
converter when it needs to print or display it. This eats up cycles and space.
Covert the EPS graphic to TIF, BMP or WMF (preferred) and then re-embed it in
the word doc. Ideally, use a graphics program like Paint Shop Pro or PhotoShop
to save off the file. Resize if necessary. Don't link to the image, embed it
in-line in the Word doc.
This should dramatically reduce the Word file size.
Andrew Plato
> I am not in the habit of using Word to produce long documents. However, my
> current job requires me to do so. So I know I wouldn't have this problem
> with Framemaker ;-).
>
> Seeing as I am using Word, this is my scenario. I have created a 20 page
> document that includes 4 or 5 Illustrator EPS files and approximately 25-30
> tables. The longest tables are 10 rows. The format is not that extensive.
> The header rows are shaded and with a perforated-style line border.
>
> After the tables and EPS, my doc is about 24 MG and doesn't print very well.
> It is extremely slow to print, sometimes taking 30 minutes.
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