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Fix: Installing OneNote App Removes Office 2013 on Windows 11
Question details
The user needs to understand why installing the free OneNote application from the Microsoft Store automatically uninstalls their existing Microsoft Office 2013 suite.
- Product
- Microsoft Office 2013, OneNote
- Device & OS
- Windows 11
- Scenario
- Installing a modern Microsoft Store application on a device that already has an older Office suite installed.
- Observed behavior
- Microsoft Office 2013 is automatically removed from the system upon installing the OneNote app from the Microsoft Store.
Before attempting to reinstall your older software, ensure you have your original 25-character product key and the offline installation media for Office 2013 ready.
Upgrade to a Supported Version of Microsoft Office
Since Office 2013 reached its end of support, upgrading to a newer version resolves conflicts with modern Microsoft Store applications.
Microsoft officially ended support for Office 2013 on April 11, 2023. Older MSI-based installations of Office frequently conflict with modern Click-to-Run or UWP applications from the Microsoft Store.
When Windows 11 detects a newer Click-to-Run Office app like OneNote, it may automatically remove older, incompatible MSI-based Office suites to prevent system conflicts.
Open the Windows 11 Settings app, navigate to 'Apps' > 'Installed apps', locate OneNote, click the three dots, and select 'Uninstall'.
Purchase or subscribe to a modern Office version such as Microsoft 365 or Office 2021 that is fully compatible with Windows 11.
Log into your Microsoft Account online, navigate to 'Services & subscriptions', and click 'Install' to download the latest setup file.
Reinstall Office 2013 and Use OneNote for Web
If you must continue using Office 2013, you can avoid the uninstallation trigger by using the web-based version of OneNote instead of the desktop app.
Replace Unsupported Office 2013 with WPS Office
Since Office 2013 is no longer supported and conflicts with newer Windows 11 apps, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible, and free alternative to Microsoft Office without the installation conflicts.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website and click the Free Download button to get the latest compatible version for Windows 11.
- 2. Install the Software: Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
- 3. Open Your Documents: Launch WPS Office and open your existing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files directly with full format compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Office 2013 and the modern OneNote app together on Windows 11?
Generally, no. Installing modern Click-to-Run or Microsoft Store Office apps often conflicts with older MSI-based installations like Office 2013, which usually results in the older version being automatically removed.
Is Microsoft Office 2013 still supported?
No, Microsoft officially ended all support for Office 2013 on April 11, 2023. It no longer receives security updates, bug fixes, or compatibility patches for new Windows versions.
How can I recover my uninstalled Office 2013?
You will need to reinstall Office 2013 manually using your original installation disk or downloaded setup file. You must also have your original 25-character product key to activate the software after installation.
