Microsoft is changing the way users save files in Word.
Starting with the latest update, new Word documents will now be saved to the cloud by default, rather than locally on a computer.
The company says the shift is aimed at making documents more secure and easier to access across devices. By default, files will be stored in OneDrive or SharePoint, giving users the ability to open and edit them from anywhere.
Users can still choose to save files locally, but they’ll need to manually select that option. Microsoft believes the new default will reduce the risk of losing work and make collaboration more seamless.
The update is rolling out gradually, and users should begin noticing the change in the coming weeks.
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