Microsoft started testing its business users back in April, and now its opening a for Mac users today. Like the Windows version, the Mac offering is designed for businesses that aren’t using Office 365 with all the latest features and updates. Microsoft typically updates Office 365, while these individual releases of Office are available for those hesitant to move to the cloud. Office 2019 for Mac will include a roaming pencil case and ribbon customizations across all Office apps. Microsoft is also bringing focus mode to Word, alongside a new translator, and accessibility improvements. Morph transitions, SVG and 3D model support, play in-click sequence, and 4k video export are all coming to PowerPoint.

Office 2019 is available for both Windows and macOS, and includes classic versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The Windows version also includes Publisher 2019, Access 2019, Project 2019, and Visio 2019. Office 2019 applications don't receive feature updates but do receive regular security and stability updates.

New funnel charts, 2D maps, and functions (CONCAT, TEXTJOIN, IFS, SWITCH) will be available in Excel. The focused inbox feature of Outlook mobile and desktop is also coming to the Mac version with Office 2019, alongside @ mentions, email templates, read and delivery receipts, and scheduled delivery of emails. Office 2019 for Mac will be available in the second half of the year, and businesses interested in trying out the preview.