Install and Activate WordRake for Mac
Thank you for purchasing WordRake. Here's how to install/update WordRake, activate your new license, and start editing with WordRake.
Step 1: Install WordRake
a. To get started, close all documents and quit Microsoft Word.
b. Click the blue button (below) to download WordRake for Word.
c. From your downloads folder, double-click the download "WordRakeMacInstall.pkg" to begin installation.
d. Once installation is complete, open a Microsoft Word document and click on the WordRake tab above the ribbon.
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Step 2: Activate Your New License
(Important: You must complete this step for your new license to take effect.)
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Here's your license key:
Step 3: Editing with WordRake
a. When you’re ready for feedback, select Brevity and/or Simplicity to determine which types of suggestions to receive.
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b. Next, click the Rake button and watch WordRake analyze your document and suggest improvements.
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c. In under one minute, WordRake can make hundreds of editing suggestions that appear in the familiar track changes form. Your suggestions will look like this:

d. Use the WordRake Accept and Reject buttons to keep the edits you like.
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It’s that easy. Have questions? Please contact support and they'll be happy to help!
Additional Resources
- WordRake FAQs
- 15 Ways to Be a WordRake Power User
- Take a Tour of WordRake for Mac
- Report a Bad Edit
- WordRake Release Notes

