Disabling and Re-enabling the M-Files Plugin in Microsoft Office

Often, general Office app issues can be resolved simply by disabling and then re-enabling the M-Files plugin. This reset might clear any glitches caused by the update. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Disable the Plugin:

   • Open any Word document and click on File then Options.
     
   • Navigate to the Add-ins tab and locate the M-Files Office Add-in.
   • Click on Go next to the COM Add-ins.
     
   • In the COM Add-ins window, untick M-Files Office Add-in and then click OK.
     
   • Close the Word application to apply the changes.

2. Re-enable the Plugin:

   • Re-open Word and repeat the steps to access COM Add-ins as described above.
   • This time, retick the M-Files Office Add-in checkbox and click OK.

Reinstalling Microsoft Office Applications

If the problem persists after re-enabling the plugin, a more thorough approach may be required:

• Uninstall the Office Application (Word or Excel) that's causing the issue.
• Restart your computer to ensure all changes are properly applied and old configuration data is cleared.
• Reinstall the Application either from the original installation source or downloaded fresh from the Microsoft Office website.

Conclusion

Resetting the M-Files plugin by disabling and re-enabling it often resolves check-out issues in Microsoft Office applications. However, if this does not correct the problem, reinstalling the affected application is a recommended step. Always ensure you have your data backed up and your Office product key (if needed) handy before uninstalling any software.

For further assistance, always feel free to contact your technical support as they can provide more tailored support depending on your specific issues and setup.