mijn backspace werkt niet in word

Hello Anneke,
Thank you for posting on the Microsoft Q&A Support Forum. Here are steps to help resolve your concern.

1. Ensure to restart Word and your Mac Fully quit Word (Cmd + Q), restart your Mac, and try again.
2. Update Word and macOS because sometimes, a bug fix in a new update can resolve this issue. Check for Word updates: Open Word > Go to Help > Check for Updates. Install any available updates. Check for macOS updates: Go to System Preferences > Software Update and make sure your macOS is up to date.
3. There could be a background process or app that’s interfering with Word’s normal operation. Restart your Mac in Safe Mode: Shut down your Mac. Turn it on and immediately hold the Shift key. Release the Shift key when the login window appears. Try using Word in Safe Mode. If the Backspace key works here, it’s likely an app or service causing the problem in normal mode.
4. I will suggest that you check Word Preferences this is because sometimes, Word’s settings can get a little out of sync. Try these steps to reset or adjust any related preferences. Open Microsoft Word. Go to the Word menu at the top left and select Preferences. Under Editing, check Backspace settings (make sure it’s set to delete text, not something else) Ensure there’s nothing under the Accessibility tab (Preferences > Accessibility) that would be interfering with backspace functionality.

I hope this helps with your concern.

Best Regards,

Odinaka | Microsoft Q&A Support Moderator