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This document explains how to install and enable the Arabic language pack for Microsoft Office 2016 so that users can display the Office UI, proofing tools, and input in Arabic. It covers prerequisites, download options, installation steps for Click-to-Run and MSI editions, verification, common troubleshooting, and post-install configuration (keyboard and proofing settings).
Microsoft Office 2016 remains one of the most widely used productivity suites worldwide. For Arabic speakers, or those working with Arabic text, having the interface and proofing tools in Arabic is essential. Whether you need to write documents from right-to-left, use Arabic spell-check, or switch the entire ribbon menu to Arabic, installing the Office 2016 Arabic Language Pack is the solution. office 2016 arabic language pack install
Disk Space: The language pack alone requires between 800 MB and 1.5 GB. Office 2016 Arabic Language Pack — Installation Guide
| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | "No Office 2016 detected" | Your Office is Click-to-Run. Uninstall Office, reinstall using the MSI-based version (requires VL media). | | Arabic not showing in language list | Restart your PC. Then go to Windows Settings > Time & Language > Language – add Arabic there first. | | Spell check not working in Arabic | After adding the language pack, go to Word > Review tab > Language > Set Proofing Language – select Arabic and uncheck "Do not check spelling or grammar". | Search for "Microsoft Office 2016 Language Pack Arabic"
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=55408 (Note: This is the general language pack page; select Arabic from the list).Follow the on-screen prompts; the installer will automatically add Arabic proofing tools and display capabilities to your existing Office suite. 4. Configure Language Preferences
Editing/Authoring Language: Under "Choose Editing Languages," ensure Arabic is listed. If its status is "Not installed," click the link provided to enable proofing tools like spell check.
Download: Visit the official Language Accessory Pack page. Select Office 2016, choose Arabic from the drop-down menu, and download the version (32-bit or 64-bit) that matches your installation.