How to Add Grammarly to Word
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Adding Grammarly to Word on Windows
Follow these steps to install Grammarly for Word on a Windows computer:
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Go to the official Grammarly download page: Grammarly for Microsoft Office.
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Click "Get the add-in – It’s free" to start downloading the installer.
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Open the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions.
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Once installed, open Microsoft Word or Outlook on your PC.
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You should see a new Grammarly tab in the toolbar. Click it and select "Open Grammarly".
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Sign into your Grammarly account (use your USDOne credentials if you have a premium account).
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Grammarly is now ready to check your documents for errors!
For more details on how Grammarly works in Microsoft Word on Windows, visit:
👉 Grammarly Support for Windows
Adding Grammarly to Word on Mac
Mac users can install Grammarly for Word through the Microsoft Add-ins store:
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Open Microsoft Word on your Mac.
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Click on the Insert menu and select Add-ins or Store.
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In the search bar, type "Grammarly" and press Enter.
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Find Grammarly for Microsoft Word and click "Add".
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Once added, open the Grammarly tab in Word and click "Open Grammarly".
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Sign into your Grammarly account (use your USDOne credentials if you have a premium account).
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Grammarly is now activated and will check your writing as you type.
For more details on how Grammarly works in Microsoft Word on Mac, visit:
👉 Grammarly Support for Mac

Comparison: Windows vs. Mac Installation
Feature |
Windows |
Mac |
Installation Method |
Download from Grammarly website |
Install from Microsoft Add-ins store |
Grammarly Toolbar |
Appears automatically after installation |
Needs to be added from the Insert menu |
Sign-in Required? |
Yes |
Yes |
Works with Outlook? |
Yes |
No |
Common Errors and How to Fix Them
Here are some issues users face when installing Grammarly in Word and how to resolve them:
Issue |
Solution |
Grammarly tab is missing |
Restart Word and check again. If still missing, reinstall Grammarly. |
Installation fails on Windows |
Ensure Microsoft Word and Outlook are closed before installing. |
Grammarly does not work after installation |
Sign in to Grammarly and check if the add-in is enabled. |
Mac users cannot find Grammarly in Add-ins |
Update Microsoft Word to the latest version and try again. |
FAQ
Is Grammarly free for Microsoft Word?
Yes! Grammarly offers a free version for Word, but premium features require a subscription.
Why can’t I install Grammarly on Word?
Ensure your Microsoft Office is updated and that you have admin rights to install software.
Does Grammarly work offline in Word?
No, Grammarly needs an internet connection to check your writing.
Can I use Grammarly on Word for Mac?
Yes! Just install it from the Microsoft Add-ins store as explained above.
How do I uninstall Grammarly from Word?
On Windows, go to Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall Grammarly. On Mac, go to Insert > Add-ins > My Add-ins > Remove Grammarly.