Applies To
Word for Microsoft 365 Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac Word for the web

Read Mode provides a distraction-free reading experience.

  • To switch to Read Mode, on the View tab, select Read Mode.

  • To exit Read Mode, press Esc, or on the View tab, select Edit Document.

Tip: If you prefer, you can have Word read text aloud.

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