Install Office 365 - how it works

With Office 365, you can work anytime, anywhere on the device of your choice. In this practical tip, you can read how easy it is to install Office.

Install Office 365: step by step for the PC

Before you can install Office 365, you need to buy it from the Office Store and have a Microsoft account. You also have the option to test the software free of charge for 30 days in advance.

1. Once you have decided on one of the options, open your web browser and enter www.office.com/signin.
2. Log in and click on the "Install Office" button at the top right.
3. If you don't see this button, first click on "Office 365" in the navigation bar at the top.
4. Confirm the "Install" button again.
5. Depending on the browser used, you may have to allow the file to be executed and confirm the download with "Yes".
6. Once Office 365 is installed, click the "Close" button.

Install Office 365: step by step for Mac

The software is also available to Mac users:

1. Also dial in with your user account at www.office.com/signin.
2. Click on "Install Office" to load the necessary data on your computer.
3. Open the "Finder".
4. Go to "Downloads" and start the installation by double-clicking on "Microsoft Office 2016 Installer.pkg".

Install Office 365: step by step for mobile devices

Your Office 365 subscription also includes apps for use on iOS, Windows or Android:

1. If you have an Android device, download the app you want, e.g. B. Word, from the Play Store to your device.
2. Open the app and sign in with your Microsoft account.
3. To use them on your iPhone or iPad, download the desired apps from the iTunes store to your device.
4. Then all you have to do is open the apps and log in with your account.

Microsoft provides you with the "Office 365 Planner" a tool for project work. You will find all the information you need in our next practical tip.