Uploaded September 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to change the proofing language in Word for Mac. The proofing language is used to spell-check and grammar check your document.

Plus, learn what to do if spelling and grammar suggestions do not appear in your text.

These steps apply to Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac, Word 2021 for Mac, Word 2019 for Mac, and Word 2016 for Mac.

💻 If you're on a PC, please see "How to Change the Proofing Language in Microsoft Word" youtu.be/3qHR-7puons.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:41 How to Change the Proofing Language
01:51 How to View Spelling & Grammar Suggestions in the Text

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Change the Proofing Language in Word for Mac
erinwrightwriting.com/proofing-language-in-word-for-mac

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