Open File Explorer or Finder
Locate the Word document
Select the file
Press Delete or move it to the Trash
Empty the Recycle Bin or Trash if you want to remove it permanently
In Microsoft Word, open the document
Click File
Click Save As or Save a Copy if you want to keep a backup first
Close the document
Delete the file from its folder
On Windows, right-click the file and choose Delete
On Mac, right-click the file and choose Move to Trash
On mobile, press and hold the document
Tap Delete or Remove
Confirm the deletion if prompted