Trying to copy paste something from a word document on my iPad, the second I click copy it exits the word app and doesn't copy anything. Have tried on multiple documents. I have also tried offloading the app & reseting my iPad. Still happens.
iPad Air, iPadOS 26
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Hi, Couple of days back I faced the same issue.
By following these simple steps, I was able to fix my Word app
i) Offload Word or Re-install app
ii) Logout and login again
Word app crashes on iPad when copying text
