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Type tool problem with Elements 14?

johnm25273395
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Sep 01, 2017 Sep 01, 2017

When I currently attempt to use the 'type tool' the following sign appears - 'Could not complete your request because something prevented the text engine from being initialized'. How do I find out what is preventing this? John

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