How to Find Search Results in Word for Mac 2019
Question details
The user needs to find a way to preview all search result occurrences in a long document on Word for Mac 2019.
- Product
- Microsoft Word 2019
- Device & OS
- Mac
- Scenario
- Locating and previewing all occurrences of a specific word or phrase within a lengthy document.
- Observed behavior
- Word for Mac uses a Sidebar interface for search results instead of the familiar Navigation Pane experience found in Word for Windows.
Ensure your document is open in Word for Mac 2019, and be prepared to use the Sidebar, which replaces the traditional Windows Navigation Pane.
Use the Sidebar to Find and List Matches
You can replicate the search preview experience on Mac by utilizing the built-in Sidebar search functionality.
While Word for Mac does not have the exact same Navigation Pane as Windows, the Sidebar provides a comparable way to preview all matches of your search term in a list format.
Click on 'View' in the top menu bar and select 'Sidebar' from the dropdown list.
Press 'Command+F' on your keyboard to open the search controls at the top right of your document window.
Type your desired keyword in the search box, click the magnifying glass icon (or the settings gear), and choose 'List Matches in Sidebar'. You can now scroll through all occurrences with their surrounding context.
Experience Consistent Search and Navigation with WPS Office
If you find the differences between Windows and Mac interfaces in Microsoft Office frustrating, try WPS Office. It provides a unified, intuitive user interface across all operating systems while remaining fully compatible with your existing Word files.
- 1. Open Your Document: Launch WPS Writer and open your existing Word document.
- 2. Open the Find Dialog: Press 'Command+F' to open the Find and Replace dialog box.
- 3. Locate All Matches: Enter your keyword and click 'Find All' to highlight and navigate through every instance effortlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Word for Mac lack the Windows Navigation Pane?
Microsoft developed Word for Mac with an OS-specific design language, integrating features like heading navigation and search previews into a unified Sidebar rather than a standalone Navigation Pane.
Can I view document headings and search results simultaneously in Word for Mac?
No, the Sidebar only displays one view at a time. You can toggle between the Document Map (which shows headings) and the Search Pane (which shows search match previews) using the tabs or icons within the Sidebar.
How do I perform a Find and Replace in Word for Mac?
You can open the Find and Replace dialog by pressing 'Control+H' or 'Shift+Command+H' on your Mac keyboard. Alternatively, click 'Edit' in the top menu, navigate to 'Find', and select 'Replace'.
