Microsoft Office Update for Mac 2016: How to Roll Back to a Previous Version

In recent times, Microsoft has pushed out updates for its popular Office suite on Macs, including Office 2016. These updates have brought about numerous features and improvements, but some users may experience issues that make them want to revert back to an older version of the software. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to roll back Microsoft Office Update for Mac 2016.

Before we begin, it's essential to note that rolling back your Office suite will delete all mailbox data stored on your computer and remove any customizations you've made to the app. Therefore, make sure to export your mailbox before proceeding with the rollback process.

To start, open Outlook and go to File > Export. Follow the steps above to ensure that all your data is safely exported. Then, navigate to the following folder: Library > Group Containers > UBF8T346G9.Office > Outlook > Outlook 15 Profiles. Delete the 'Main Profile' folder and all its contents.

If you're a Microsoft 365 or Exchange mailbox user, you'll be able to re-sync your data after setting up your Outlook profile again once the app has been reinstalled. However, this process will also delete any customizations you've made to the app.

Alternatively, if you only want to revert back to an older version of Word, simply delete Word only by right-clicking on the app and selecting Move to Trash. If you wish to revert back to an older version of all Office apps, delete them all and restart your computer.

After deleting the Office suite, quit out of all Office 2016 for Mac apps. Now, follow these steps:

1. Open the App Store and click on the 'Update' tab.

2. Find Microsoft Office in the list of available updates.

3. Click on the 'Update' button to download and install the older version.

Once you've completed these steps, your Office suite will be rolled back to its previous version. However, if you're running a 16.xx build and wish to revert to an older 15.xx build, follow these additional steps:

1. Open Word by clicking on its icon in the Applications folder.

2. Click on the 'Word' menu at the top of the screen and select 'About Word.'

3. In the dialog box that opens, look for the version number. If it starts with '15,' you're good to go. If it starts with '16,' you'll need to follow these additional steps.

In conclusion, rolling back your Microsoft Office Update for Mac 2016 can be a bit of a process, but it's essential to ensure that you have all the necessary information and steps in place before proceeding. By following these instructions, you should be able to successfully roll back your Office suite to its previous version and resolve any issues you may be experiencing with the latest update.

If you run into work-stopping issues after updating to 16.xx versions of Office, it's recommended that you contact the publisher of your third-party extension to see if an update is available. Some existing extensions may not be compatible with the new version, which could cause problems.

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