How to Change Your Office 2016 Product Key using CMD

Are you looking for a way to change your Office 2016 product key without going through the usual 'Enter a Product Key' option? If so, this article is here to help. We'll show you how to do it using simple commands in the Command Prompt.

The command you need to enter will depend on the version of office you are using along with the version of Windows you're running. Don't worry, we've got you covered. Below are the steps for both Windows 8 and higher, as well as Windows 7.

For Windows 8 and Higher

To access the Command Prompt in Windows 8 or higher, simply press your Windows key and type 'CMD'. This will open the Command Prompt window where you can enter the command to change your Office 2016 product key.

For Windows 7

If you're running Windows 7, click on Start and type 'CMD' in the search box. This will also open the Command Prompt window.

Using Commands to Change Your Office 2016 Product Key

Once you have opened the Command Prompt, you can enter the following command to change your Office 2016 product key:

`C:\Windows\System32\oobe\msoobe.exe /pkey `

Replace `` with your new product key. For example, if your new product key is 'XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX', you would enter the following command:

`C:\Windows\System32\oobe\msoobe.exe /pkey XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX`

After entering the command, press Enter to execute it. Your Office 2016 product key will then be changed.

Changing your Office 2016 product key using the Command Prompt is a simple and straightforward process. Whether you're running Windows 8 or higher or Windows 7, we've got the steps for you. Remember to replace `` with your new product key when entering the command.

By following these steps, you'll be able to change your Office 2016 product key without having to go through the usual 'Enter a Product Key' option in Programs & Features. Happy typing!

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