This article explains how to search for text in Microsoft Word. The information applies to Word 2019, Word 2016, Word 2013, Word 2010, Word Online, and Word for Microsoft 365.

Microsoft Word includes a Find feature that makes it easy to find various elements in a document, including text. Use the basic tool to find instances of a specific word, or the advanced options to perform tasks such as replacing all instances of a word with another word or finding equations.

Here's how to perform a basic search for a specific word or phrase in Word:

Go to the Home tab and select Search or press Ctrl+F.