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2026-05-31T06:54:19.7+00:00

How do I install office version 16.88 to MacOS 12.7.6?

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  1. DaveM121 891K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-05-31T07:27:45.6433333+00:00

    If you are unable to upgrade your Mac OS version, you should be able to download Office version 16.88 form the long table on this link.

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdates/update-history-office-for-mac

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    2026-05-31T06:54:31.3233333+00:00

    Office 16.88 is the last version that supports macOS 12.7.6 (Monterey). To use it on macOS 12.7.6:

    1. Make sure macOS is updated to 12.7.6 Monterey.
    2. Obtain a valid license/subscription that can activate Office on Mac (for example, Microsoft 365, Office 2024, or an existing Office 2021/2024 license, as applicable to the guidance in the referenced articles).
    3. Download and install Office for Mac 16.88 using the appropriate installer from the Office for Mac update history page. The August 13, 2024 entry lists version 16.88 for macOS, which is the last build that supports macOS Monterey (12):
      • Office suite (with Teams): Microsoft_365_and_Office_16.88.24081116_BusinessPro_Installer.pkg
      • Office suite (without Teams): Microsoft_365_and_Office_16.88.24081116_Installer.pkg
    4. Run the installer package and complete the installation.
    5. Start any Office app (such as Word) and sign in with the account that has the valid license/subscription to activate Office.
    6. After installation, run Help > Check for Updates once to move to the final 16.88.1 builds for Outlook and PowerPoint if desired. AutoUpdate does not need to remain enabled because there will be no further updates for Monterey; 16.88/16.88.1 is the last supported version on macOS 12.7.6.

    If a newer Office installer refuses to install because macOS is too old, use the 16.88 installer from the update history page instead of the latest general download.

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