Uninstalling Visio Professional 2013 typically involves using the standard Windows utility designed for removing programs. This process is straightforward and similar to uninstalling most other applications on your computer.
The most common and effective method to uninstall Microsoft Visio Professional 2013 is through the Apps and Features (in Windows 10 and 11) or Programs and Features (in older Windows versions like Windows 7 and 8) system setting. This built-in tool allows you to manage installed software and initiate the uninstall process.
Step-by-Step Guide to Uninstalling Visio Professional 2013
Follow these steps to remove Visio Professional 2013 from your computer:
- Open Windows Settings (for Windows 10/11): Click the Start button and select Settings (the gear icon), or press
Windows key + I.- Alternatively (for Windows 7/8): Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Then, find and click on Programs and Features.
- Navigate to Apps (for Windows 10/11): In the Settings window, click on Apps, then select Apps & features from the sidebar.
- This will display a list of applications installed on your system.
- Locate Visio Professional 2013: Scroll through the list of installed applications to find "Microsoft Visio Professional 2013". The list is usually sorted alphabetically.
- Note: This method is also applicable to other Visio products. As per the reference provided, you would look for "Microsoft Visio Viewer 2013" in this list and initiate its uninstallation using the same process.
- Select and Uninstall:
- In Apps & features (Windows 10/11), click on "Microsoft Visio Professional 2013" once. An Uninstall button will appear. Click it.
- In Programs and Features (Windows 7/8), click once on "Microsoft Visio Professional 2013" in the list to highlight it. Then, click the Uninstall button usually located at the top of the list.
- Confirm Uninstallation: You may receive a prompt asking for confirmation or user account control permission. Click Yes or Uninstall to proceed.
- Follow On-Screen Instructions: The Microsoft Office uninstall wizard for Visio 2013 will launch. Follow the prompts to complete the removal process. This might involve clicking "Next", "Uninstall", or "Finish".
Once the process is complete, Visio Professional 2013 should be removed from your computer.
Understanding the Standard Uninstall Method
Using Apps and Features or Programs and Features is the standard and recommended way to remove software on Windows. This method ensures that the program's core files and registry entries are properly handled during the removal, minimizing leftover files or potential conflicts.
| Windows Version | Utility Name | Access Method |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10/11 | Apps & features | Start Menu > Settings > Apps > Apps & features |
| Windows 7/8 | Programs and Features | Start Menu > Control Panel > Programs |
This consistent approach across different Windows versions makes managing installed software straightforward.
If you encounter issues during the uninstallation, such as the program not appearing in the list or an error occurring, you might need to use a specific Microsoft Fix it tool or manual uninstallation steps, but these are typically only necessary in complex cases. For most users, the steps outlined above are sufficient.
