Specified format doesn't match format of data (Error 461)

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The specified Clipboard format is incompatible with the method being executed. This error has the following causes and solutions:

  • You tried to use the GetText method or SetText method with a Clipboard format other than vbCFText or vbCFLink. Before using these methods, use the GetFormat method to test whether the current contents of the Clipboard matches the specified format.

  • You tried to use the GetData method or SetData method with a Clipboard format other than vbCFBitmap, vbCFDIB, or vbCFMetafile. Before using these methods, use the GetFormat method to test whether the current contents of the Clipboard matches the specified graphics format.

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