Can't use SAVE ICON in MS Word 365

When I click on the save icon in MS Word 365, it takes me to the SAVE AS screen to rename the doc. It previously worked. What could have made it change? This in being used on Windows 7 & 8. Thanks!

Hi Colleen,

As per the description ‘save as’ window pops up when you click on ‘save’ in Word 2013. Let me assist you with the issue.

 

I need some details to assist you with the issue:

Is the issue only with Word or is it the same with other Office applications as well?

 

Try the steps below and check the result:

 

Open Word program in safe mode, and then try to save the document to check if the issue persists.

To open Word in same mode try the steps below:

  • Hold Windows key + R.
  • Copy and paste, or type the following command in the Open box, and then press Enter:

WinWord /safe

Note: There is space between WinWord and /

 

If it you are able to save without getting the save as window in safe mode, then you may check if there is any add-in that is causing issue in Word:

· Click on File menu, Options and then Add-ins.

· Click on Go button besides Manage: Com-in Add.

· Check if there are add-ins listed, clear the checkbox to disable them.


I hope the above steps helps. If you need further assistance on this particular issue or any other Office related issues let us know and we will be glad to assist you.

Thank you.

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Does this happen with a particular document or with any document that you create in Word?
Stefan Blom
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Last updated October 5, 2021 Views 247 Applies to: