How to Open a .DOCX File
Download the pack from Microsoft., Run the installation file., Open your file.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Download the pack from Microsoft.
The compatibility pack will allow your older version of Word to load .DOCX files.
To find the pack, visit the Office section of the Microsoft Download Center.
The compatibility pack is typically the number one download.
The download is free, and should only be downloaded from the Microsoft site. -
Step 2: Run the installation file.
Once the download is complete, run the FileFormatConverters.exe file.
This will install the update to your Office installation, allowing you to open .DOCX files. , Once the pack has been installed, you should be able to open the .DOCX file as you would any other document.
You can either double-click it to load it, or open it from within Word. -
Step 3: Open your file.
Detailed Guide
The compatibility pack will allow your older version of Word to load .DOCX files.
To find the pack, visit the Office section of the Microsoft Download Center.
The compatibility pack is typically the number one download.
The download is free, and should only be downloaded from the Microsoft site.
Once the download is complete, run the FileFormatConverters.exe file.
This will install the update to your Office installation, allowing you to open .DOCX files. , Once the pack has been installed, you should be able to open the .DOCX file as you would any other document.
You can either double-click it to load it, or open it from within Word.
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