Tech Tip: Turning Off Read Mode in Word 2013
Turning off Read mode in Word 2013 can be done easily while in the program. First, click File, then Options. Under the General options, locate Start Up Options at the bottom of the window, and un-check the box next to “Open email attachments and other uneditable files in reading view.” Now, files will not be opened in Reading mode when first clicking on them in an email or public folder.