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Why does my text change from courier to variable width after typing a few words

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MikeRolite
MikeRolite

When sending an Email, after typing a few words or a line, the text changes from "Courier" to "Variable width" which is much bolder. I then have to highlight the whole lot and choose courier otherwise it looks as though I am "shouting"

When sending an Email, after typing a few words or a line, the text changes from "Courier" to "Variable width" which is much bolder. I then have to highlight the whole lot and choose courier otherwise it looks as though I am "shouting"

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Gnospen
Gnospen

I cant explain why it reverts but you can set standard in Tools/ option /display / advanced