You don’t need to install Microsoft® Office® to work with Office files! Just open and edit Office files on the web in one of the following ways:

• Using a Chrome browser
• From a Chromebook
• From Google Docs, Sheets and Slides

Examples:

• Work with clients and customers who use Office files
• Edit your old Office files, even if you no longer have the software
• View and edit files without buying extra software

To edit Office files on your computer

If you’re using a Chromebook or the most recent versions of the Docs, Sheets, and Slides apps on your phone or tablet, you can already edit Office files!

If you’re using a computer:

1. Download the Office Editing for Docs, Sheets & Slides Chrome extension.
2. From Google Drive, double-click any Office file to start editing.