Remove Hidden Data Tool 11.0.6361.0

Microsoft provides a tool called Remove Hidden Data to help users inspect and remove any hidden data in a Microsoft Office document. This tool is particularly helpful for individuals who are concerned with document security as it eliminates any potentially sensitive information present in a document.

The tool can be used to remove metadata, hidden text, notes, and other types of sensitive information. This is especially useful when sharing documents with third parties who should only have access to specific information on a need-to-know basis. By removing hidden data, users can ensure that the documents they share only contain the necessary and safe information.

To use the tool, users simply click on the File tab in the relevant Microsoft Office program such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint. From there, users can select the Check for Issues option and then choose Inspect Document. Users then select the types of information they would like the tool to inspect for and remove, and then click Inspect.

The inspection process runs and once it is complete, the user is presented with a report outlining any hidden data that was found. The user can then choose what data to remove from the document or leave it unchanged depending on their preference.

Microsoft's Remove Hidden Data tool is an easy-to-use and effective way to ensure that documents are free of potentially sensitive information before they are shared externally, ensuring document security and privacy for both the user and any third-party recipients.