Custom Office 365 Install using Office Deployment Tool (ODT)
If you’re managing multiple machines (e.g. in an org), you often don’t want to install everything that comes with Office by default. You might want: Only Word, Excel, Outlook (no Access, Publisher, etc.) A specific update channel (Monthly, Semi-Annual, etc.) Language packs or proofing tools Shared computer activation or shared licensing mode Disabling certain features or telemetry config.office.com + ODT gives you control in a reproducible way. Step 1: Create your configuration via config.office.com Microsoft provides a web UI for generating the XML configuration file that the Office Deployment Tool reads. Here’s how: Go to config.office.com and click “Create” → Deployment configuration (or similar). In the UI, you’ll see options like: Product / Suite : Choose “Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise” (or whichever SKU you need). Installation options : Choose Version/Update channel (Current, Monthly Enterprise, Semi-Annual, etc.) Choose Architectur...