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This morning Copilot appeared in Word. I do not have a subscription for it, nor do I want it at all. It just appeared in what must have been an update.
I have the most up-to-date word running on a desktop with Windows 11.
I need to disable Copilot. I do not want to see it in the ribbon or right in the middle of the writing space (in the image).
Please advise how to disable, remove or just stop Copilot as I can't seem to remove it. I'm downright frustrated with it and didn't ask or request it. I did not buy it or subscribe to it.
Thank you.
Leah
Edit: Found the best solution was to roll back to a previous version before it updated. I replied further down and used a method that worked for me. Best I can suggest is do that and then start updating again when they allow us to turn stupid Copilot OFF.
2nd Edit: In the newest update (including in Australia) you can now turn it off in word for windows: File -> Options -> copilot (4th option) -> untick enable.
HOORAY! IT IS OFF!!!!!!!!
Processes in Microsoft 365 for setting up Office apps, redeeming product keys, and activating licenses.
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Hi Peter, You should be working for the Microsoft Clown Show - whip these cowboys into line
I just subscribed online to
Microsoft 365 Family about 2 or 3 years ago. I did it all online, but some IT places sell the subscriptions
My Microsoft 365 Family subscription expires on 19 Nov.
I chatted to MS support and they have disabled my auto renewal.
Supposedly I will be able to subscribe to Microsoft 365 Family Classic when my current subscription expires.
Great stuff, well done you! I cannot find a number or chat bot to get any direct help. I found a number for the Sydney, NSW, office but the line is disconnected. There is another 13... number for Brisbane and Sydney, but all you get is a bot repeating the same thing - and direction you to a web page that is of no use.
I don't believe the Family Classic exist at present. I went through various sections on Microsoft website and there were no returns for 365 Family Classic or any other 365 Classic software.