One way to edit a text area is to click on the Edit Text Area button, , in the text area title bar. This will open the Text Area editor, where you can type text, or add any type of dynamic controls by clicking on the corresponding button in the text area toolbar1. You can also right-click on the text area and select Edit Text Area from the pop-up menu2. References: How to Use the Text Area, Text Area Pop-up Menus