Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter
The problems being faced are varied. For some Windows Store apps are not opening. Some are unable to download, install, uninstall or update them. And then there are others for whom the Microsoft Store itself is not opening or is even missing. Microsoft has even released an automated online tool to fix Windows Store is not working issues.
While resetting the Windows Store cache or re-registering the Windows Store apps solves most of the problems, if such manual troubleshooting steps do not help you, you may want to run this troubleshooter.
How to run Windows Store Apps troubleshooter in Windows 11
Microsoft was aware of the importance of troubleshooters. While Troubleshooters are still a part of a sub-menu with Windows 11, they are easily accessible.The procedure to run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter in Windows 11 is as follows: Right-click on the Start button and select Settings.
In the Settings menu, select System from the tabs on the left-hand side. In the right-pane, scroll down to Troubleshoot and click on it.
Now select Other troubleshooters.
In the list of troubleshooters, scroll down to the absolute bottom and click on Run corresponding to the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.This will invoke the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.
How to run Windows Store Apps troubleshooter in Windows 10
To access the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter in Windows 10:
This Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter for Windows 10 will scan your computer, identify the problems and attempt to fix the issues automatically. See this post if you receive a Windows Store Cache may be damaged error after running Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter.
While Windows 11/10 has been working fine for many, some have been facing several problems and issues. Read: Microsoft Store error codes, descriptions, resolution.
Why do Windows Store apps get stuck?
At times Windows Store apps get stuck while working or fail to open because of corrupt Windows Store cache. The same could be reset by entering the wsreset command in the Run window. This is a simple procedure and thus most issues with the Windows Store are easy to resolve. Read: Microsoft Store is not opening after reset
Why does Microsoft Store have less apps?
Initially, Microsoft decided to keep UWP or Uniform Windows Platform apps only. Thus, a lot of Desktop applications were excluded. A little exception was noticed with Windows 10, but most users still prefer to download applications from the website itself. Yet, it is highly advisable to download apps for your Windows system from the Microsoft Store itself to be sure that the apps are safe.
Are Windows Store apps free?
Obviously not! But here’s the catch. There are still lots of hidden gems in the Microsoft Store which are free of cost and since most users don’t really use the Microsoft Store, they never come across these applications. But we advise you to check the list of best free Windows 11/10 UWP Apps in Microsoft Store to make your life easier. Do let us know how the experience has been for you and if you faced any problems, how you managed to resolve them.
