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Word start up very slow
My MS word 365 has become very slow to start up. It takes upto one minute to open a document. Any clue why this is?
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Microsoft Word 365 may experience slow startup times due to several contributing factors, such as problematic add‑ins, outdated software updates, or issues with default templates and configuration settings. Although Word typically launches within a few seconds, performance degradation can accumulate over time and result in noticeably longer load times.
- Add‑ins: Third‑party or outdated add‑ins can delay startup.
- Updates: Missing or pending Office/Windows updates may affect performance.
- Templates (Normal.dotm): A corrupted default template can slow Word’s initialization.
- Network/Cloud Integration: Delays in connecting to OneDrive or SharePoint can impact startup.
- Hardware Acceleration: Graphics acceleration sometimes causes lag.
