Office Mobile was already available for iOS a few months ago. However, we were still waiting for the Android version to hit the app store. Now, the app is officially available for all Android devices. can be downloaded from Google Play.
The application includes a system to run files of three types, Word, Excel and Power point. Obviously, not only will new documents be opened, but we will also be able to open and edit themAnd best of all, it's not a official application which the company itself has launched.
We've been waiting for this app to be released for years. It first arrived for iOS, and iPad users could officially run Microsoft-formatted files. However, we've had to wait much longer for Office Mobile for Android. In fact, there were even rumors that the app would be available. could have been delayed and even that the launch of the same for the Mountain View operating system could be cancelled, because the priority at that time was Windows Phone.
However, it has finally been confirmed that we have the new application, Office Mobile, for Android. It can currently be downloaded for free from Google Play. Although it can be downloaded for free from the American app store, access to advanced features and use on large screens may require a subscription to Microsoft 365; on phones and most devices with screens smaller than 10,1 inches Just sign in with a free Microsoft account to create and edit. In any case, there's no need to wait any longer to get the app. What we don't know is whether users will actually opt for this one when there are many other alternatives, some of which are free or don't require a monthly subscription.
What Office Mobile for Android offers
Word, Excel and PowerPoint on Android allow you to create, read, edit, and share documents with an experience optimized for small screens. The app integrates a document viewer to open files and attachments without extra apps and maintains the original format and layout.
- Rich edition: styles, lists, tables, images, and even spell checking for professional documents.
- Templates: Resume, letters, newsletters, and more available from the gallery to get started faster.
- PDF without complications: Convert documents to PDF and vice versa for editing and re-sharing.
- Collaboration: comments next to the text, change control, version history and permits granular when sharing by link, email or attachment.
Beyond being a simple viewer, you can teamwork in real time, share notes and manage who views or edits each file with just a few taps. The interface is designed to be fast and clear, with Reading View for comfortable reading on mobile phones.
Requirements, compatibility and licenses
For smooth operation it is recommended to have 1 GB of RAM or more. On many compact phones and tablets, sign in with your Microsoft account You can create and edit without paying; the subscription to Microsoft 365 Unlocks premium features and is required on devices with larger screens. Availability covers compatible Android smartphones and tablets via Google Play.
If you use company or school services, you can log in with your work or school account to open content from SharePoint y OneDrive for work or school.
How to download and install from Google Play
- Go to Google Play on your Android device.
- Find the Office app you need (Word, Excel, or PowerPoint) and tap Install.
Once installed, open the app and log in with your Microsoft account to sync and edit your documents.
Cloud computing and file organization
Access to the cloud is complete thanks to OneDrive (formerly SkyDrive), Microsoft 365 and SharePoint. From the app, tap the service you want to view the files on:
- Open > OneDrive – Personal, for your personal documents.
- Open > OneDrive –, for work or educational documents.
You will see a list of files saved in the chosen location. The file types displayed are: specific to each app: In Word, you'll see .docx documents, in Excel, .xlsx sheets, and in PowerPoint, .pptx presentations. To view OneNote notebooks stored on OneDrive, tap + Open existing from the corresponding app.
With connection, the changes are saved directly to the cloud, and you can resume your work on your computer or another mobile device whenever you need. If you prefer, you can also save and open local files Of the device.
Office Mobile is positioned as an official solution, powerful and convenient for Android. The download is simple, compatibility is broad, and collaboration flows with OneDrive/SharePoint; now it remains to be seen whether users will prefer this proposal over the Office alternatives for Android, some of them free of charge and without subscription.
