Some users encountered "blank document" screens or UI lag when running 16.61 on macOS Monterey (12.4) .
Reports on developer forums highlighted occasional memory pressure issues in larger documents (180+ pages). Microsoft Word for Mac 16.61
Earlier beta builds of 16.61 specifically targeted issues with rendering headers and footers. Some users encountered "blank document" screens or UI
Microsoft Word for Mac version was a stable release issued on May 10, 2022 . This update focused primarily on quality improvements and bug fixes rather than introducing major new features. Key Update Information Release Date: May 10, 2022 (Current Channel). Build Number: 22050700. Microsoft Word for Mac 16.61
Routine maintenance, security patches, and performance enhancements. Performance and Bug Fixes