You might also end up losing a lot of work at a time!

A common problem recently faced by users is that Microsoft Word frequently crashes on their Windows PC.

The problem has been reported by both Windows 10 and Windows 11 users.

Choose File from the ribbon menu

What Causes Word to Crash on Windows?

Word will need to be closed as a result.

Would you like us to repair now?

Choose Options

When the users press the Repair button, Word closes automatically without starting the repair process.

However, before you get started with the troubleshooting methods, we suggest you power cycle your setup.

There are times when a temporary glitch in the system is causing apps like Word to crash.

Choose Add-ins from the left pane

Update Microsoft Office

If you have an outdated Office suite, it can cause Office apps to crash.

In this circumstance, updating the Microsoft Office program is the best course of action.

Downloading the latest version of Windows may also help fix your Word woes.

Click on the Go button

Repair Office

Another way to fix problems with Microsoft Office applications is by repairing the Office suite.

Microsoft Office offers two forms of built-in repairs; Quick repair and Online repair.

It is a good idea to start with a Quick repair.

COM add-ins in Word

However, these options are available to users using the Office suite.

If you are an Office 365 user, you will only be presented with the Quick repair option.

It does not just waste your time, but can also make you lose your important work.

Choose Account

Until then, it’s possible for you to try using Microsoft Word alternatives like Google Docs.

Click on Update options

Update now option

Choose Programs and Features in the Control Panel

Choose Change

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