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How to Repair or Reinstall Office 2013 and Offline Installer Options
Question details
The user needs to reinstall or repair Office 2013 because it is no longer working or is missing from the installed applications list, and wants to know if an offline installer is available.
- Product
- Microsoft Office 2013
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to restore access to Office 2013 applications by repairing the existing installation or performing a full reinstallation with an offline installer.
- Observed behavior
- Office 2013 applications fail to launch, no longer work properly, or have completely disappeared from the installed applications list.
Ensure you have the login credentials for the Microsoft account associated with your Office 2013 purchase, or your original licensed installation media and product key.
Repair the Existing Office 2013 Installation
Use this method if Office 2013 is still listed in your system settings but is malfunctioning or failing to open.
Running the built-in Windows repair tool can resolve corrupted files or registry issues without requiring you to download the installer again.
Reboot your computer to ensure no stuck Office background processes are interfering with the repair tool.
Click the Start menu, go to Windows Settings, and navigate to 'Apps' or 'Apps & features'.
Scroll through the application list to find 'Microsoft Office 2013'. Select it and click the 'Modify' button.
Choose the 'Quick Repair' option from the prompt and click 'Repair'. Follow the on-screen instructions.
If Quick Repair does not fix the issue, repeat the process but select 'Online Repair' for a more comprehensive fix.
Reinstall Office 2013 using an Offline Installer
Follow these steps if the application is completely missing from your computer and you need to reinstall it from scratch.
Upgrade to WPS Office for a Secure and Modern Experience
Since Office 2013 no longer receives security updates, migrating to a modern, supported office suite is highly recommended. WPS Office offers a free, lightweight, and highly compatible alternative with a familiar user interface.
- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and click the free download button.
- 2. Install the Software: Run the downloaded executable file and follow the quick installation prompts.
- 3. Open Your Files: Launch WPS Office and seamlessly open your existing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to continue using Office 2013?
Office 2013 reached its end of support on April 11, 2023. While the programs will still open and work, Microsoft no longer provides technical support, bug fixes, or security patches, which may expose your computer to security vulnerabilities over time.
Where can I find the official Office 2013 offline installer?
The official offline installer is tied to your Microsoft account. You must log into the Microsoft account portal, go to 'Services & subscriptions', select your Office 2013 product, choose 'Install', and then look for the offline installer option.
Why is only Microsoft 365 showing in my installed applications list?
This often happens if a newer version of Office or a Microsoft 365 trial was pre-installed on your computer or updated automatically via Windows. You may need to uninstall Microsoft 365 before you can successfully reinstall Office 2013.
