Memory full error when saving Word file

Jeffrey Levinton 0 Reputation points
2026-08-04T21:54:13.4366667+00:00

Get memory full response when I try to save a file on Mac Mini. Word works on my other desktop.

Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | Other | MacOS
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  1. Xavier-D 11,765 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-08-05T04:41:09.6733333+00:00

    Hello Jeffrey Levinton

    I can see that you are having trouble saving Word file

    Please try creating a new blank Word document and saving it to a local folder such as Desktop, rather than OneDrive, iCloud, an external drive, or a network location.

    Also, please let us know:

    • The exact error message
    • Your macOS and Word versions
    • Whether the error occurs with every document or only this file
    • Whether a blank document can be saved locally

    In the meantime, open Word and select Help > Check for Updates, install any available updates, restart the Mac, and test again.

    I hope to hear update from you soon.

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