Luckily, you can do so by running a couple of commands in the PowerShell terminal with admin access. The Store is a core component of Windows 11, so reinstalling it isn’t like other apps. But if you rely on the Store and it won’t launch or is missing, you’ll want to get it back. Here’s how.
Uninstall the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
Removing the Microsoft Store on Windows isn’t the same as uninstalling apps on Windows 11. So, instead, you need to turn to the PowerShell terminal and use some command line magic. Note: The following process involves running specific commands in PowerShell that remove and reinstall a core package on Windows 11. So, before you begin, create a Restore Point and verify a recent system backup to recover your PC if something goes awry. To uninstall Microsoft Store: A blue deployment message will appear briefly, and the Store will be uninstalled for all user accounts on the PC. After executing the command, close out of the PowerShell terminal and restart your PC. Once the Store is uninstalled, you won’t find the taskbar or Start menu icon. However, if you search for the Store, the only results are the ability to run the Store troubleshooter for installed apps you downloaded from the Store previously.
Install the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
Now that the Store is entirely uninstalled, you can reinstall it using the PowerShell terminal. To install the Microsoft Store: A brief blue progress message will appear in the terminal when you run the command. When it is complete, restart your PC again for good measure. The Microsoft Store icons will reappear on the taskbar and Start menu, and you can use the Store like normal for all users. And if you were having problems with the Store, the issues should be resolved.
Fixing the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
The Microsoft Store is a conduit for getting the latest apps, games, movies, and TV shows on your Windows PC. However, like other components, it doesn’t always work as intended. If your first troubleshooting attempts don’t resolve the issue, reinstalling the Store should fix any problems you were having. The apps in the Store are signed off by Microsoft, which prevents malicious code from coming from third-party apps. If you’re concerned about system security and stability, you might want to only allow Microsoft Store app downloads. In addition to fixing the Store itself, there may come a time when you need to fix a stuck Store app download. If you’re still running Windows 10, check out how to install and manage apps on that platform instead. Comment Name * Email *
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