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How to activate inactive add ins in word

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To activate inactive add-ins in Microsoft Word, go to 'File' > 'Options' > 'Add-Ins', ensure 'COM Add-ins' is selected, click 'Go', check the boxes for the add-ins you want to activate, and click 'OK'.

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How to Activate Inactive Add-ins in Word

To activate inactive add-ins in Word, follow these steps:

  1. Open Microsoft Word.
  2. Click on 'File' in the upper left corner of the window.
  3. Select 'Options' at the bottom of the sidebar to open the Word Options dialog box.
  4. In the Word Options dialog box, click on 'Add-Ins' in the left pane.
  5. At the bottom of the Add-Ins page, you will see a dropdown list next to the word 'Manage.' Make sure 'COM Add-ins' is selected, and then click 'Go.'
  6. In the COM Add-Ins dialog box, you will see a list of add-ins. Check the box next to the add-ins you wish to activate.
  7. Click 'OK' to confirm and close the dialog box.

Once completed, the selected add-ins will be activated and available for use in Microsoft Word.

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