Removing Microsoft Office 2011 on a Mac Running High Sierra

Are you planning to upgrade your Mac's operating system to High Sierra or macOS Mojave, but are holding back due to the presence of Microsoft Office 2011? If so, this article will guide you through the steps to remove Microsoft Office 2011 from your Mac running High Sierra.

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Before we begin, it's essential to note that these files may not always be found on your computer. To ensure a smooth removal process, follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Quit All Office for Mac Applications

To start the removal process, you need to quit all active Office for Mac applications. You can do this by clicking on the application name next to the Apple icon and selecting Quit or by pressing the CONTROL key while clicking on the program icon in the Dock.

For example, if Word for Mac is active, click on 'Word' from the menu system and select Quit Word.

Step 2: Remove the Microsoft Office 2011 Folder

Next, you need to remove the Microsoft Office 2011 folder. To do this:

* Drag all files that begin with 'Office2011_' to the Trash.

* Click here to reinstall Microsoft Silverlight.

* Warning: If the Microsoft Silverlight plug-in is installed on your computer, you may have to reinstall it after removing this folder.

* Drag the Microsoft folder to the Trash.

Step 3: Remove /Library/Application Support/Microsoft/

To remove subscription files, follow these steps:

* Open Library and then open Application Support.

* Drag all files that begin with 'com.microsoft' to the Trash.

* Arrange files and folders in alphabetical order. To display this folder, hold down the OPTION key while you click the Go menu.

Step 4: Remove Preferences

To remove preferences, follow these steps:

* Open Library and then open Preferences.

* Warning: Removing preferences will delete any customizations that were made.

* Drag all files that begin with 'com.microsoft' to the Trash.

Step 5: Restart Your Computer

After following the above steps, please restart your computer to remove in-memory caches. This step is crucial as it will ensure a clean removal of Microsoft Office 2011 from your Mac.

By following these simple steps, you can successfully remove Microsoft Office 2011 from your Mac running High Sierra. Remember to restart your computer after completing the process to ensure a smooth transition.

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