How to remove PowerPoint pop-ups after uninstalling the BioRender Add-in

Even after uninstalling the BioRender Add-in from PowerPoint, you may still see pop-up messages if a presentation was previously linked to the Add-in. This does not mean the Add-in is still active globally; it simply means the presentation file contains a reference to it.

The steps below will help you remove these references and prevent further interruptions.

Steps to remove the PowerPoint pop-up

Remove inactive Add-ins from PowerPoint

1. Open PowerPoint.

2. Click "File" > "Options" > "Add-ins".

3. At the bottom of the window, next to "Manage", select "COM Add-ins" and click "Go".

4. If "BioRender" (or any unfamiliar Add-in) appears, uncheck it and click "Remove".

5. Click "OK" and restart PowerPoint.

Check for active Add-ins in your presentation

1. Open the presentation where the pop-up appears (or open a blank one).

2. Click "Insert" > "My Add-ins".

3. If "BioRender" is listed, select it and click "Remove".

Delete residual Add-in files from your system

1. Close PowerPoint completely.

2. Open File Explorer and paste the following into the address bar: shell:appdata\Microsoft\AddIns

3. Press "Enter" and delete any BioRender-related files from this folder.

Repair your Microsoft Office installation (if needed)

1. Open "Control Panel" > "Programs and Features".

2. Select "Microsoft Office", then click "Modify" or "Change".

3. Choose "Quick Repair" and follow the prompts.

4. Restart PowerPoint once the repair is complete.

Need help?

1. Email: support@biorender.com
2. Live Chat: Available by clicking on the "Help" bubble in the app on the bottom right-hand corner.