Hi, 123apple & AT888
I wish my reply is not too late.
I also have same problem exactly. The one thing I solved this problem(issue) is...
[Assuming two things]
1. Your guest OS is running now.
2. VM > Settings > Options > Guest Isolation > Checked 'Enable drag & drop' and 'Enable copy and paste.'
[Procedure]
1) VM > Reinstall VMware Tools
2) On the guest OS screen, 'Remove'
3) Shutdown guest OS
4) Restart Host OS (optional)
5) Start guest OS
6) VM > Install VMware Tools
7) Choose 'Advanced (Mode)'
8) Enjoy your copy & paste function.
Many Thanks!
Warmest Regards,
Jeff D. LEE