>>>>>= sys(2700,0) && turns themes support off
>>>>
>>>>That worked! Why id Windows themes suddenly interfering with my one form?
>>>
>>>See thread #1409339 - it may be a problem with old style forms (@SAY/@GET)
>>
>>This form is a new style VFP form with no SAYs or GETs
>
>Could it be some special effect defined in the properties (you can get to it by right clicking on the Desktop)?

I'm not sure what you mean - where do I find the special effects?