How to remove red underline in Word, turn off red underline spell check in Word

Red underlining in Word makes it easy to check spelling, but sometimes it can make your document look unprofessional. If you want to remove the underline or turn off spell checking, follow these steps.

You must have encountered a problem with the red underline in Word. This is not a bug but because the default mode of Word does not support Vietnamese.

How to remove red underline in Word

1. How to turn off red underline Word 2019

If you are using Word 2019, refer to the article on how to remove red underline in Word 2019 here.

2. How to turn off red underlines in Word 2016, 2013

Step 1: Go to File on the menu bar.

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Step 2: Select Options to access Word Options .

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Step 3: Select Proofing -> Check spelling as you type and uncheck it.

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Then go back and you will see that you have completely removed the red underline in Word 2016, 2013.

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3. How to remove red underline in Word 2010, 2007

Step 1: Go to File on the menu bar.

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Step 2: Then go to Options to access Word Options .

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Step 3: Uncheck Check spelling as you type. The Check spelling as you type line can be found in the Proofing section .

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Then go back and you will see that you have completely removed the red underline in Word 2010, 2007.

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4. How to remove red underlines in Word 2003

Step 1: Select Tools on the menu bar -> Options .

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Step 2: Select Spelling & Grammar -> uncheck Check spelling as you type

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Then go out and check, you will see that the removal of the red underline in Word 2003 is complete.

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Above is how to help you remove red underlines in Word 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007, 2003. But if you are editing a document in English, do not remove red underlines in Word because it is very useful.

There are many ways to check text spelling errors quickly and effectively if you take the time to find and read the articles on TipsMake. Or you can see it right here with the article on How to check text spelling errors compiled by us.

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Update 26 January 2025

How to remove red underline in Word, turn off red underline spell check in Word