Extract the files (specifically setup.exe ) to a local folder (e.g., C:\Office2021 ).
: Automatically uninstalls older, MSI-based versions of Office (such as Office 2010, 2013, or 2016) before installing the Click-to-Run version of Office 2021.
What happens: The ODT reads the XML file, connects to the Microsoft Content Delivery Network (CDN), and creates an Office subfolder containing the installation files (approximately 2–3 GB). Phase 2: Executing the Installation
The XML file is where the magic happens. It is a simple text file that uses a specific schema to communicate your preferences to setup.exe . You have two primary methods for creating it, ranging from simple to more advanced.
The XML file serves as the configuration blueprint. It defines exactly what happens when setup.exe runs. Within this file, you specify:
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Because the installation runs invisibly, you can verify that it is working by opening Task Manager and looking for active processes named Office Click-to-Run Installer or setup.exe .
Extract the files (specifically setup.exe ) to a local folder (e.g., C:\Office2021 ).
: Automatically uninstalls older, MSI-based versions of Office (such as Office 2010, 2013, or 2016) before installing the Click-to-Run version of Office 2021.
What happens: The ODT reads the XML file, connects to the Microsoft Content Delivery Network (CDN), and creates an Office subfolder containing the installation files (approximately 2–3 GB). Phase 2: Executing the Installation
The XML file is where the magic happens. It is a simple text file that uses a specific schema to communicate your preferences to setup.exe . You have two primary methods for creating it, ranging from simple to more advanced.
The XML file serves as the configuration blueprint. It defines exactly what happens when setup.exe runs. Within this file, you specify:
This public link is valid for 7 days and shares a thread, including any personal information you added. This link or copies made by others cannot be deleted. If you share with third parties, their policies apply. Can’t copy the link right now. Try again later.
Because the installation runs invisibly, you can verify that it is working by opening Task Manager and looking for active processes named Office Click-to-Run Installer or setup.exe .