office links on start menu

[Bev]

I've uninstalled the office that comes with W10, and installed Office 2016 but I have 2 sets of links on the start menu. I can't seem to get rid of the original ones, they don't do anything but they won't go away

 

anyone else encountered this?

[cscc]

To uninstall go to Start > Settings > Apps & Features. Scroll through the list until you find Microsoft Office Desktop Apps. Select Uninstall.

[Bev]

i've done that, the links are still on the start menu but they don't do anything as the app is uninstalled.

[cscc]

https://support.office.com/en-us/article/office-shortcuts-remain-after-office-uninstall-cc04b8e2-6e91-4c10-94af-9359e595d565

 

There's a pre-made tool by MS which should help fix the issue.