How do I install the 32-bit version of Microsoft Office?
Description
Cause

Microsoft recently changed Microsoft 365 so that the 64-bit version of the install is the default.

Resolution

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How to install the 32-bit version if you have a subscription to Microsoft 365

  1. If you need to change from the 64-bit version of Office, you need to uninstall first. Go to Control Panel, then Programs and Features, Uninstall a Program.
  2. Find Microsoft Office in the list and click it so that it’s highlighted. Click the uninstall/change button and choose to Remove.
  3. Once the uninstall finishes, go to https://portal.office.com and log in with your Microsoft 365 credentials.
  4. On the bottom left, click Apps.
  5. On the top right, click Install apps.
  6. Select Microsoft 365 apps.
  7. Click View apps & devices.
  8. Change the version from 64 to 32 and click Install Office.

How to install for retail versions

Follow the instructions on the Microsoft page Download and install or reinstall Microsoft 365 or Office 2019 on a PC or Mac.

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