App Compatibility
Microsoft Office on Linux
Microsoft Office on Linux is currently a web path. Use Office on the web (office.com) in a browser, or switch to LibreOffice / OnlyOffice for offline desktop editing.
Recommended: Use the web version
Does Microsoft Office work on Linux?
The browser workflow is the main Linux path.
Best Linux method
Use Office on the web (office.com) in a browser, or switch to LibreOffice / OnlyOffice for offline desktop editing.
Microsoft ships no Linux desktop build. Web Office is the only first-party path; OnlyOffice has the best OOXML fidelity among native alternatives in 2026.
What breaks on Linux?
- No native Linux desktop suite; Wine installs of the full suite are unreliable and unsupported
- VBA macros and complex add-ins do not run in LibreOffice
- Advanced formatting and co-authoring features are limited in the web version offline
Method Comparison
| Native Linux | Not available |
|---|---|
| Web version | Available |
| Wine rating | bronze |
| Fallback path | Use Office on the web (office.com) in a browser, or switch to LibreOffice / OnlyOffice for offline desktop editing. |
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FAQ
Does Microsoft Office work on Linux?
Microsoft Office on Linux is currently a web path. Use Office on the web (office.com) in a browser, or switch to LibreOffice / OnlyOffice for offline desktop editing.
What is the best Linux method for Microsoft Office?
Use Office on the web (office.com) in a browser, or switch to LibreOffice / OnlyOffice for offline desktop editing.
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Microsoft Office is one piece of your migration. Add it alongside your other apps and games to see whether this whole PC can move to Linux before Windows 10 security updates end.