What happens if Word not exited properly?

If Microsoft Word is not exited properly, it may lead to unsaved changes being lost, as the application might not have saved the latest edits. Additionally, temporary files may remain on the system, potentially taking up storage space or causing conflicts during the next launch. In some cases, documents may become corrupted, leading to difficulties in opening or editing them later. It's advisable to close Word through the proper exit method to ensure all changes are saved and the application shuts down smoothly.