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NVDA gets laggier over time in Word using UIA and has to be restarted periodically #9465

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@Neurrone

Reporting on behalf of a friend.

Steps to reproduce:

  1. Enable usage of UIA in word
  2. Use word normally.

Actual behavior:

NVDA should remain responsive while using Word.

Expected behavior:

NVDA slows down over time when working in Word, requiring a restart every 10 mins to retain performance.

System configuration

NVDA installed/portable/running from source:

Installed

NVDA version:

alpha-17012,f3b9c3ce

Windows version:

Windows 10 1803

Name and version of other software in use when reproducing the issue:

Office 365 16.0.1145.20200

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Does the issue still occur after restarting your PC?

Yes

Have you tried any other versions of NVDA?

No

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