Writing in Hindi on Microsoft Word is possible with just a little set-up. You can either download Microsoft's free software known as the "Microsoft Indic Language Input Tool", or you can download and install a Hindi font and choose it when you type.

Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Using the Microsoft Indic Language Input Tool

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    Microsoft corporation freely provide software for indian typing. It is easy to install the software.
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    Go to Microsoft's download site.
    • Make sure you've selected Hindi as your language and then click on Install Desktop Version.
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    Make sure your system supports the software. If so, click on Install now button which is at the bottom of the software page to download the software.
  4. 4
    Wait for the software to download and install. If the software is successfully installed in your system than it will create a "Language Bar" in the task bar.
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    Choose a Hindi language from the bar. Then you can type in Hindi in Microsoft Word.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

Using a Font

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    Search online for an Indian font that allows Hindi characters. Download it.
  2. 2
    Install the font on your computer.
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    Select the chosen font in Word, and start typing.
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