FIXING MICROSOFT OFFICE INSTALLATION ERROR CODE 1713

Fixing Microsoft Office Installation Error Code 1713

Fixing Microsoft Office Installation Error Code 1713

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Error code 1713 typically occurs when attempting to install Microsoft Office and indicates a problem with the Windows Installer package—often due to a missing or corrupted installation file, insufficient permissions, or interference from security software. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Uninstall any previous Office installations completely
    Use the official Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant to remove residual files and registry entries, then restart your computer.

  2. Download a fresh Office installer
    Obtain the latest installer from your Office subscription portal or official Microsoft source to ensure all installation files are intact.

  3. Run the setup as Administrator
    Right-click on the Office installer and choose “Run as administrator” to ensure it has the required privileges to install system-wide components.

  4. Temporarily disable antivirus or firewall programs
    Third-party security tools may block the installer, so disable them before installing and re-enable afterward.

  5. Clear the Windows Installer cache
    Open an elevated Command Prompt and enter:

    bash
    msiexec /unregister msiexec /regserver

    This refreshes the Windows Installer service and clears issues with cached installation packages.

  6. Install Office in Safe Mode if needed
    If the standard installation still fails, boot into Windows Safe Mode with networking and run the installer there to minimize conflicts.

For a detailed, step‑by‑step walkthrough including screenshots and additional troubleshooting tips, refer to the guide available at WinChatSupport’s article on error code 1713 during Office installation.

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