How to Convert Docx to Doc

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download the Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack.

   If you're using an older version of Microsoft Office, you can use this free update from Microsoft to enable Word to open DOCX files created in newer version of Word.
   
   You can download it from microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=3.
   
   Make sure that Windows and Office have all of the latest updates installed.
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   Step 2: Run the downloaded EXE file to install the update.

   Follow the prompts in the installer to install the compatibility pack. , After installing the pack, you should be able to open the DOCX file as if it was a regular DOC file. , After opening the file, you can save it as a regular DOC file if you need to open it on more computers that don't have the compatibility pack installed.Click File and select "Save as".
   
   In the "Type of file" drop-down menu, select "DOC".
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   Step 3: Double-click the DOCX file to open it in Word.

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   Step 4: Save the file as a DOC file.

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