In a message dated 28/10/97 05:15:32, you write: << Hey! changing the device type clears the buffer! Is there a simpler way around this than copying and pasting, or doing an intermediate save? I am using MPLAB 3.22 which came with the Picstart. >> If using a true multi tasking system like Amiga open two copies of soft cut and paste. If using PC NO. Cheers Steve.....