Offfice:mac2008 software for ipad

[jmaskipper]

i have bought MS Office:mac 2008 & downloaded same onto my macbook to use word & excell programs. Can i load this software onto my ipad via the sync facility??

 

[Tim SPRACKLEN]

No - there is no compatibility - software-wise - between the iPad, Mac or PC. You need a separate app - say Pages (Word), Numbers (Excel) or Keynote (PowerPoint).

Tim

 

[TonyR]

Before you get Pages etc, be aware they make a mess of all but the simplest Word, Excell etc documents, particularly if there are any Tables in them, and you cannot see Track Changes or Comments on the iPad. Personally I find the iPad useless for other than reading them and then only if I have them converted to pdfs first. Stick with the lappie for authoring, editing or reviewing.

 

[Tim SPRACKLEN]

yes - you make a good point. One of our members carried out a review of the Office apps for his company - you can read his review in this thread...


http://www.ipadforums.net/new-member-introductions-site-assistance/22431-hi-all.html

Tim