- To perform calculations in Word, you can use the built-in equation editor, which saves you from having to enter the formula repeatedly.
- To access the equation editor, go to Insert > Equation.
- If the equation editor is missing, you may need to reset the ribbon by navigating to Word Options.
Enable Equation Editor on MS Word for Mac
Enabling the equation editor in Word for Mac users is immensely simple. Here is how to do so.
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word. Then, select the Insert option on the toolbar at the top.
Step 2: Click on the Equations tab on the right-hand side of the page.
How to Insert an Equation on MS Word for Windows
If you own Microsoft 365, 2023, 2019, or 2016 versions of Word, you can use these steps to access the equation editor in your document .
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word. Then, select the Insert option.
Step 2: Tap on the Equations tab on the right-hand side of the page.
If you can’t find the equation option with the above steps, don’t worry. Here’s how to restore the missing equation editor in Word.
Step 1: In Word, go to File > Options .
Step 2: Go to the Customize Ribbon . Use the Customize the Ribbon drop-down menu to select Main tabs .
Step 3: Select the Insert tab. Then, click the Reset button and select Reset only selected Ribbon tab .
On Word 2010 and 2007
If you’re using an older version of Microsoft Word that dates back over a decade, here’s how you get to the equation editor.
Step 1: Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box. Type appwiz.cpl in the box and hit Enter .
Step 2: Select your installation of Microsoft Word or Microsoft Office in the list. Select the Change button.
Step 3: Choose Add or Remove Features . Once done, select Continue .
Step 4: Select the plus sign next to Office Tools and select Equation Editor . Then, select the Run from My Computer option.
Step 5: Select Continue and the Equation Editor will take a few minutes to install. Once complete, select Close and it will be available under the Insert menu.
