1. Overview Enable users to directly download and install the full Microsoft Excel desktop application (for Windows or macOS) from within the web version, mobile app, or account portal. 2. User Story As a user working in Excel Online or managing my Microsoft 365 account, I want to easily download and install the Excel desktop app, So that I can access advanced features, work offline, and process large datasets more efficiently. 3. Key Functional Requirements | Requirement | Description | |-------------|-------------| | Prominent download button | Display a clear "Download Excel desktop app" button in the web app’s navigation or settings menu. | | OS detection | Automatically detect the user's operating system (Windows / macOS) and recommend the correct installer. | | Version selection | Offer 64-bit vs 32-bit options for Windows (with a recommendation for 64-bit). | | License check | Verify the user has an active Microsoft 365 license that includes the desktop apps. | | Direct download link | Provide a direct HTTPS download link to the official Microsoft CDN (not a third-party site). | | Installation guide | Show step-by-step installation instructions (with screenshots or a short video). | | Post-install activation | Automatically activate using the user’s existing Microsoft account credentials after installation. | 4. User Interface (UI) Mockup Description [⚡ Download Excel desktop app] Location: Top-right user menu > "Apps & devices" section
1. Overview Enable users to directly download and install the full Microsoft Excel desktop application (for Windows or macOS) from within the web version, mobile app, or account portal. 2. User Story As a user working in Excel Online or managing my Microsoft 365 account, I want to easily download and install the Excel desktop app, So that I can access advanced features, work offline, and process large datasets more efficiently. 3. Key Functional Requirements | Requirement | Description | |-------------|-------------| | Prominent download button | Display a clear "Download Excel desktop app" button in the web app’s navigation or settings menu. | | OS detection | Automatically detect the user's operating system (Windows / macOS) and recommend the correct installer. | | Version selection | Offer 64-bit vs 32-bit options for Windows (with a recommendation for 64-bit). | | License check | Verify the user has an active Microsoft 365 license that includes the desktop apps. | | Direct download link | Provide a direct HTTPS download link to the official Microsoft CDN (not a third-party site). | | Installation guide | Show step-by-step installation instructions (with screenshots or a short video). | | Post-install activation | Automatically activate using the user’s existing Microsoft account credentials after installation. | 4. User Interface (UI) Mockup Description [⚡ Download Excel desktop app] Location: Top-right user menu > "Apps & devices" section