Since we can’t install the desktop version of Microsoft Office/365 on Chromebook devices, many people are obviously wondering whether you can use Microsoft Word on Chromebook or not.
If you can, what are the ways to do so?
Let’s dive into this article to know the answers, shall we?
How to Use Microsoft Word on Chromebook
Unfortunately, you can’t install and run the desktop version of the Microsoft Word app on your Chromebook like you can on your Windows PC. But you can still access the Microsoft 365 web apps via the Chrome browser.
Alternatively, you can download and install the MS Word Android app from Google Play Store.
Here are the two methods to use Microsoft Word on Chromebook:
Via Web Version
- Launch Chrome browser and go to Office Website.
- Input your credentials to log into your Microsoft 365 account.
- Click on Word from the left side pane.
If you can’t input anything while you’re in the Microsoft Word web, here’s what to do when the keyboard isn’t working on Chromebook.
Via Android App
- Open Google Play Store on your Chrome.
- Click on the search bar and type microsoft word.
- Select Microsoft Word: Edit Documents from the search result.
- Click on Install.
- Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation process.
After the process is complete, launch the app and sign in with your Microsoft account. Done! You’ll be directed to MS Word’s homepage, where you’ll be able to find everything that’s available in the desktop version. You can also copy-paste anything on Chromebook for Microsoft Word.
In case you can’t download Microsoft Word on your Chromebook, you should check if the Chromebook is connecting to the WiFi properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Microsoft Word on my Chromebook while offline?
No. You can’t use Microsoft Word on Chromebook without the internet unless you’ve downloaded the Android version from Google Play Store.
Can you run Microsoft Word on Chromebook?
You can’t run Microsoft Word’s native desktop app on Chromebook. But you can use the web version or the MS Word Android app.
Is Microsoft Word free on Chromebook?
No. Microsoft Word isn’t free on Chromebook. You have to purchase Microsoft 365 plan in order to use the Microsoft Office apps on your Chromebook.
Final Note
That’s about it. Don’t listen to the common misconception about Chromebook. You can indeed download and run Microsoft Word app on your Chromebook, albeit an Android version.
Hopefully, this write-up has allowed you to use Microsoft Word or other 365 apps on your Chromebook effortlessly. If you have any further queries on this topic, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.
Have a good one!
