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Clippy was based on Microsoft Bob, a redesign of early Windows versions. Bob was discontinued in 1996 after receiving poor reception, replaced by Office Assistant shortly after. First introduced in Microsoft Office 97,[13] the Office Assistant was codenamed TFC during development, with the "C" standing for "clown."[14] It appeared when the program determined the user could be assisted by using Office wizards, searching help, or advising users on using Office features more effectively. It also presented tips and keyboard shortcuts. For example, typing an address followed by "Dear" would cause the Assistant to appear with the message, "It looks like you're writing a letter. Would you like help?" Microsoft turned off the feature by default in Office XP.[15] The feature was removed altogether in Office 2007 and Office 2008 for Mac. Clippit, hidden A small image of Clippit can be found in Office 2013 and newer, which can be seen by going to Options and changing the theme (or Office Background) to "School Supplies". Clippit would then appear on the ribbon.