Several things can cause problems with Word documents, and we’ve got all the solutions.
It’s also possible that the program needs to be repaired or reinstalled.
Use the Open and Repair option.
Restore a previous version of the document.
To check, right-smack the file and go toProperties>Previous Versions.
Documents downloaded from the internet might not open correctly in Word.
Right-nudge the file and go toProperties>Unblock>OK, and then attempt to open it again.
Open Word in Safe Modeand then have a go at fire up the document from there.
If it works, review any add-ins installed in Microsoft Word; one or more might be to blame.
power cycle your setup.
Another way to shut down Word without restarting the PC is viaTask Manager.
If you’re comfortable using that tool, findWINWORD.EXEin there and kill the task.
In Windows 11, go toSettings>Apps>Installed apps.
If that doesn’t work, tryReset.
Reinstall Microsoft 365 or Office.
Roll back your graphics driver.
