How to i use my Microsoft word program on my mac, from my old PC?

Question

I have Windows office on my old PC, and when i signed into one drive, it doesnt allow me to edit my paper work. I'm not sure if i need to uninstall it from my old computer, to be able to use Word on my MAC. If you have any understanding on this matter please let me know. Thank you for any advice.

Answer 1

You may be able to use Office for the web to edit your files, it's free.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/free-office-online-for-the-web

If you want to edit in a desktop program, you'll have to install Office on your Mac. It depends on which version of Office your purchased or subscribed to, whether you can install an extra copy.

Answer 2

Hi,

I suggest you refer to this support article about How to remove Office license from Mac:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/how-to-remove-office-license-files-on-a-mac-b032c0f6-a431-4dad-83a9-6b727c03b193#

Then activate the license in the new Mac and check if it will help you.

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