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FAQs
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What is Online Office from GMX and what are the advantages?
With Excel, PowerPoint and Word for free, and no installation required, the comprehensive email productivity tool by GMX streamlines communication. Users can open, edit and create files online regardless of location. From collaborating on last-minute online presentations to creating a spreadsheet ahead of a meeting, the complementary feature maximises the potential of your GMX mailbox. This cloud-based tool is simple to use and requires minimum know-how, making it the perfect solution for both businesses and personal users alike. At GMX, we value spontaneous travel, remote work and modern workplaces, which is why our tool is compatible with all browsers, so you can access it from any location or various devices – without installing anything!
Are Online Office and GMX Cloud connected?
Yes, they are! Online Office automatically stores files safely and securely in the GMX Cloud, where there’s enough room for about 300,000 files. This lets you access all your important documents or presentations anywhere, anytime.
How can I access Online Office?
With a free Word, Excel and PowerPoint processor, no matter what your project is, you can take care of it quickly and easily with GMX. Access the Online Office tool via your GMX account: after logging in, you can find the ‘Online Office’ button right next to ‘Cloud’ in the upper navigation bar.
As an alternative, you can click on a particular file from your GMX Cloud or email attachments and select ‘Edit’. Your document will then open directly in Online Office.
Which file formats are supported by the GMX Online Office feature?
Users can open, create and edit files online in standard Microsoft Office, OpenOffice and LibreOffice formats:
- Text processing: .doc, .docx, .odt, .rtf, .txt
- Spreadsheets: .xls, .xslx, .ods
- Presentations: .ppt, .pptx, .odp
Can I save files created with GMX Online Office to my computer?
Yes, that’s possible! If you want to save your document, spreadsheet or presentation locally on your computer, simply select the preferred file format under ‘File’ > ‘Download as’ and choose the desired storage location.
Is the GMX Online Office available free of charge?
Yes, it is! With Online Office users enjoy a free alternative to Microsoft Office without the licensing costs or installation process.
Are my files protected in Online Office?
Similar to our free email accounts, which are packed full of security features like powerful antivirus and spam filters, our Online Office is also highly secure. When working with sensitive information via a word editor program or a presentation maker tool, at GMX we appreciate the need for watertight security and privacy. This is why we take advantage of comprehensive data protection to secure all your Online Office documents in our trusted GMX Cloud.
Where can I find additional help with the Online Office?
For any further questions regarding Online Office or its various features, visit the GMX Help Centre, which provides a comprehensive guide explaining how to use the free Excel, PowerPoint and Word features. We also offer step-by-step instructions complete with image demonstrations.
In addition, it is recommendable to take our Online Office ‘Welcome tour‘ and have GMX guide you through this handy office tool. To access the tour simply click the corresponding button in the bottom left-hand corner once you accessed Online Office in your GMX email account.