How do I uninstall Microsoft from Windows 10? To uninstall Microsoft Office, you can either go into Windows Control Panel and click Program & Features, or you can manually install the most recent version, Office 2021. Both methods will remove Office from your computer, but if you prefer to use the old-fashioned way, we recommend IObit UnInstaller or Ashampoo UnInstaller. Regardless of which method you choose, you should follow the same steps as described above.
IObit Uninstaller
If you’re looking to uninstall Microsoft programs, IObit Uninstaller will do just that. It offers advanced features to make the uninstall process more efficient. For example, it keeps track of which programs you’ve recently uninstalled. And because it has a monitoring solution, it can work in the background, keeping track of new installations and recommending fixes for them. You can uninstall Microsoft programs with ease, and it’ll also save you a lot of disk space.
When you’re done uninstalling the program, IObit Uninstaller will scan your computer for leftover files. Once you’ve identified these, the program will remove them. You can change font size, too, if you wish. In addition to that, IObit Uninstaller offers two different skins. You can choose the one that suits your preferences the best. The program even comes with a restore point for your computer.
Ashampoo UnInstaller
Ashampoo UnInstaller is a free tool that allows you to uninstall Microsoft products and other applications from your computer. The tool’s interface is intuitive and you can browse its list by category or by size. Once you’ve found the program you’d like to uninstall, click the program’s name to begin the removal process. In case you’d prefer a more automatic method, you can also select an option that scans for new installations and offers additional features for log files.
The app offers a detailed log of files and Registry settings and allows you to view which files are left behind after a program is removed. You can even compare the two lists to see what modifications have been made. This tool is not enabled by default but can be turned on with just a click. Here’s how it works:
Windows Control Panel
Windows 10 is slowly phasing out the Windows Control Panel, the default application for managing settings on your PC. While it used to be the default app, Microsoft is firmly committed to moving all legacy features to the Settings app in a future Windows 11 release. The company has been gradually moving control panel features to the Settings app for several years, and it has picked up speed since the release of Windows 11 May 2020 Update.
Firstly, find the MSI file that contains the program you want to uninstall. If it is a Microsoft product, the product code is located in the property table of the MSI file. To find this information, you can use a tool that can read MSI files, which is typically available to IT pros. Once you have the product code, you can choose between the various uninstallation options available for the program.
Program & Features
If the uninstaller fails to remove a specific program, you can use the Windows Registry to search for it. The Registry stores many settings and options for Windows applications. Installers make changes to the Registry to register shared libraries or associate files with programs. For example, Microsoft Words needs a registry key to run. Windows Apps & Features searches the Windows Registry to find installed applications. Using the Search field on the Taskbar, you can type the name of the program or click the “Uninstall” button.
In the Control Panel, you can use the Programs and Features tool to uninstall any program that you don’t want to use. You can also go to the Apps and Features category. Once there, select the Programs and Features tab. In the Programs and Features window, click the “Uninstall” button. A confirmation dialog will appear. If you do not see an Uninstall button, you must be an administrator or have administrative privileges.