I prefer to use Word without the reading view.  It is easy to turn off.

Open word and select File/Options/General.  Deselect “Open e-mail attachments and other uneditable files in reading view,” then select OK

Turn Off Word 2013 Reading Mode

Turn Off Word 2013 Reading Mode

Similarly, you can disable protected mode.

Open word and select File/Options/Trust Center/Trust Center Settings/Protected View.  Deselect any or all of the settings to prevent protected view from kicking in, the select OK

Turn Off Word 2013 Protected View

Turn Off Word 2013 Protected View