How to Access and Use Microsoft Word App (Web version)

Overview

This guide explains how to access Microsoft Word Online using your PCHS student account. You will learn how to create a new document, open existing documents, and download files to your computer.

Important: Word Online automatically saves your work, so you don’t need to click “Save.” Be sure to rename your documents to keep them organized.

Instructions

Step 1: Sign in to Your PCHS Account on Office.com

• Open a browser and go to: www.office.com
• Click Sign in Button. (You can ignore the Copilot app)

• Enter your PCHS email address and password.
• Once logged in, click the App Launcher (grid icon) in the top-left corner.

• Click on Word icon to access Microsoft Word Online App.

Step 2: Create a New Document

• On the Word homepage, click New blank document.

• A new document will open in your browser where you can start typing immediately.

• To rename the document, click the document title (e.g., “Document1”) at the top, type your preferred name, and press Enter.

  

Step 3: Open an Existing Document

• From the Word homepage, scroll down to the Recent documents list.

• If your file isn’t listed, click More documents to browse all your saved files in OneDrive.

• Click the document you want to open—it will open in a new tab.

Step 4: Download a Document to Your Computer

• With the document open, click File in the top-left corner.

• Select Create a Copy from the menu.

• Click Download a Copy.

• The file will download to your computer, usually to your Downloads folder.

  

Additional Resources

For questions about document formatting or to learn more about Microsoft Word features, visit:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word