Microsoft Word 2016
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Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11
OS X 10.10 Yosemite
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Microsoft Word 2016
Direct English installers where available
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Official installation optionsProvider requirements apply at the source
English installation optionsFor work in your preferred language
Program information
- Developer
- Microsoft Corporation
- Version
- Microsoft Word 2016
- Interface language
- English and other languages
- License
- Archive
- Platforms
- Windows · macOS
- Developer's website
- Microsoft.com
VERSIONS AND ACCESS
Word 2016 options
VersionPlatformsInterface languageAccess typeStatusAction
COMPATIBILITY
System Requirements
Options
Minimum
Featured
System
Windows 7 SP1, 8, 8.1 or 10; compatible server releases from that period
An isolated compatible environment for migration only; use a supported Office release for ongoing work
CPU
1 GHz processor with SSE2
A compatible processor in the original system and testing of critical add-ins
RAM
2 GB RAM
Enough spare memory to open and convert work files
Storage
3 GB of free space
SSD and a separate backup of installation and working files
Display and graphics
1024 × 768
Full HD; check interface scaling for older releases
Internet and activation
Historical activation method for the corresponding license
Do not rely on discontinued online services; use the official migration path
Options
Minimum
Featured
System
OS X 10.10 or a later compatible version from that period
Supported Office on current macOS for ongoing work
CPU
Intel processor
A compatible Mac from the original release period for data migration
RAM
4 GB RAM
8–16 GB RAM for large documents
Storage
6 GB of free space
SSD and spare space for documents, fonts and cache
Display
1280 × 800
Retina or external Full HD display
Internet and activation
Historical activation method for the corresponding license
Check service availability and prepare a migration plan in advance
Support for Office 2016 has ended. The stated requirements relate to the release period and do not mean that connecting an outdated system to the internet is safe.
FEATURES
Microsoft Word 2016 features
PDF conversion
Open a mostly text-based PDF as a Word document to edit its contents and continue working. Conversion may alter complex tables and element placement.
Author revisions
Track text insertions and deletions, review changes in sequence, and accept the ones you need. This helps maintain control of a document during collaborative review.
Combine reviews
Combine revisions from multiple copies into one document for review. This is useful when reviewers return their feedback in separate files.
Consistent text formatting
Apply styles to headings and paragraphs to keep fonts, spacing, and indents consistent. Changing a style updates the associated sections without manually editing every heading.
Automatic table of contents
Build a table of contents from the document's headings and update it after rearranging sections. This makes long reports, instructions, and academic papers easier to navigate.
Tables in a document
Place lists, calculations and comparisons in tables. Add rows and columns as you work to maintain a clear structure within the text.
Find and replace
Find words and phrases, then replace individual matches or all of them at once. This simplifies updating names and terms in a multipage document.
Page numbering
Add numbers to the header or footer and choose their position. This helps you refer to the correct page when printing and discussing a document.
HELP CENTER
Questions and answers
Is a direct installer available for Microsoft Word 2016?
Enabled downloads lead directly to verified installer files. — Use an enabled Download button for Mac, Windows to retrieve the matching English installer directly from the official publisher. Check the selected product and license before installation. Account, store and guide pages are not offered as downloads.
Which license or account do I need for Microsoft Word 2016?
Access and activation are determined by Microsoft and your existing entitlement. — Use the Microsoft account, work or school account, subscription or perpetual license that covers the selected product and edition. Downloading an installer or opening a guide does not grant a license.
How do I install Microsoft Word 2016 in English?
Choose the language through the official installation or app settings. — Choose English in the available installer or application settings. Display and proofing languages can be configured separately. Language settings for an existing licensed installation do not establish that a new installer download is available.
Can I download Word 2016 for free after buying an older key?
The file can be downloaded without a separate data-transfer charge, but use depends on a valid compatible license. — Check the key type and edition before installing.
Should I install Word 2016 on a new computer for everyday work?
This is an archived version without current security updates. — If you need supported software for everyday work, compare current releases before downloading.
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