How to Fix – There is insufficient memory or disk space in Microsoft Word

How to Fix – There is insufficient memory or disk space in Microsoft Word

Hello Everyone, How Are You Doing?

This is MedTech here with another quick tutorial. In today’s session, we are addressing an issue where Microsoft Word says there’s insufficient memory or disk space to display the requested file.

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Open the Document on a Different Computer:
    • Try opening the Word document on a different computer that has Microsoft Office.
    • You can email the file to yourself or use a removable flash drive.
    • Check if the issue persists to determine if it’s related to the file itself or the application.
  2. Check for Corrupt Files:
    • If the problem continues, there’s a chance the file might be corrupt.
    • If not, the issue likely lies with the application itself.

Resolving the Issue:

  • Step 1: Start by opening the Programs menu from the start-up.
  • Step 2: Type in Programs and select Add or Remove Programs from the list.
  • Step 3: Scroll down the list of Apps and Features until you find Microsoft Office Professional (or whichever version you are using).
  • Step 4: Select Modify when prompted. If you receive a User Account Control prompt, click Yes.
  • Step 5: Choose Quick Repair to fix most issues quickly without needing an internet connection.
  • Step 6: Click on Repair and let the process run. This should take a few moments.

Final Steps:

Once the process is complete, a message will appear saying, “Done Repairing.” Close the window and any open programs, then restart your computer.

Hopefully, this resolves the issue!


Thank you for watching this brief tutorial. I hope I was able to help you out, and I look forward to catching you all in the next tutorial. Goodbye!

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