Check for updates

1. On the File tab, select Account.

2. On the right side, select Update Options and choose Update Now.

Note: If you don't see the Update Now option, select Enable Updates.

• For more info, see Install Office updates.

• You can also download, install, or reinstall Microsoft 365.

Word for the web updates automatically and always provides you with the latest features and improvements. You don't need to manually update the app.

• If you'd like to work in the desktop app, at the top of the ribbon, select Editing > Open in Desktop App.

  

Don't have the desktop app? Try or buy Microsoft 365.

1. Select the Help menu at the top of the screen and choose Check for Updates.

2. To always receive the latest security fixes and feature improvements, select Automatically keep Microsoft apps up to date.

3. To download and install all available updates, select Update.

For more info, see Update Office for Mac.

You can also download, install, or reinstall Microsoft 365.