Customize Ribbons in Word

Summary

Edit Ribbons to include Add-Ins

Body

Issue

How do I manually add add-ins.

My add-in did not show up on ribbon after installation.

Environment

  • Microsoft 365 desktop apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Resolution

1. Confirm Add-In Installation

  • Open any Microsoft 365 app.
  • Go to Insert > Get Add-ins.
  • Search for and install the add-in.

2. Open Ribbon Customization

  • Go to File > Options > Customize Ribbon.

3. Choose Placement

  • To create a new tab: click New Tab, then Rename.
  • To add to an existing tab: select the tab, click New Group, then Rename.

4. Add Add-In Commands

  • In the left panel, set Choose commands from to Add-InsAll Commands, or Commands Not in the Ribbon.
  • Select the command(s), click Add >>.
  • Use Up/Down to reorder if needed.
  • Click OK to apply.

5. Verify

  • Return to the app.
  • Confirm the new tab/group appears and commands function as expected.

Additional Info

  • Customize further anytime via File > Options > Customize Ribbon.
  • Use Import/Export to back up or transfer ribbon layouts.

Details

Details

Article ID: 482
Created
Fri 5/16/25 12:25 PM
Modified
Wed 6/11/25 9:42 AM