Cannot open multiple files from the Shortcut Bar due to design.
Cause:
It is not possible to select and open multiple documents using 'Open Documents' on the Office Shortcut Bar.
Solution:
Workaround: To open multiple documents, open them from within an Office 95 application such as Word. Press and hold CTRL while selecting files.
1) Select the 'File' menu and select 'Open...'.
2) Press and hold down CTRL while selecting the files to be opened.
3) Click 'Open' to open all selected files.