How to Delete Duplicates in Word

This wikiHow will teach you how to find and delete duplicate words in Word using a computer. Usually, the default grammar checker will underline any repeats, but you can always use the find and replace tool to locate specific words and delete them manually.

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    You can either click File > Open when you have Word open, or you can right-click your project file and select Open with > Word .
    • If you're using the mobile app, simply open your project in editing mode and tap the magnifying glass, then enter a word you're looking for.
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    If you haven't selected another tab, this should be selected when you open the project.
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    It's in the "Editing" group.
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    This will pop up a "Find and Replace" window.
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    There should be a field for you to enter your word.
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    It's at the bottom of the window.
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    " This sets the tool to find that word and highlight it.
    • If you don't see "Highlight All," you may need to click Reading Highlight first.
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    Press ← Backspace or Delete until the word is deleted. You'll manually need to delete the highlighted words if you want to remove duplicates.
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      1. Open your project in Word.
      2. Click the Home tab (if needed).
      3. Click the arrow next to Find .
      4. Click Advanced Find .
      5. Type the word you want to search for.
      6. Click More .
      7. Click to check the box next to "Find whole words only" and "Highlight All."

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