How to Uninstall and Reinstall Microsoft Store
In today’s digital age, the Microsoft Store has become an essential part of the Windows operating system, providing users with a convenient way to download and install applications, games, and other content. However, there may be instances when you need to uninstall and reinstall the Microsoft Store due to various reasons, such as compatibility issues, performance problems, or simply to start fresh. In this article, we will guide you through the process of uninstalling and reinstalling the Microsoft Store on your Windows PC.
Uninstalling the Microsoft Store
Before you can reinstall the Microsoft Store, you need to uninstall it first. Here’s how to do it:
1. Press the “Windows” key on your keyboard to open the Start menu.
2. Click on “Settings” to open the Windows Settings app.
3. In the Settings app, click on “Apps” from the left-hand menu.
4. Scroll down and click on “Apps & features” from the list of options on the right side.
5. In the Apps & features window, scroll down and find “Microsoft Store” in the list of installed apps.
6. Click on “Microsoft Store” and then click on the “Uninstall” button.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.
Reinstalling the Microsoft Store
Once the Microsoft Store has been uninstalled, you can proceed to reinstall it. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open the Start menu and search for “Microsoft Store” or “Windows Store.”
2. Click on the search result to open the Microsoft Store app.
3. If the app doesn’t open automatically, you can also visit the Microsoft Store website on your PC’s web browser and download the app from there.
4. Once the Microsoft Store app is open, you may need to sign in with your Microsoft account.
5. After signing in, you can browse and search for the apps, games, or other content you want to install.
6. Click on the “Get” or “Install” button next to the desired item to download and install it.
Alternative Method: Using PowerShell
If you prefer using the command line, you can also uninstall and reinstall the Microsoft Store using PowerShell. Here’s how to do it:
1. Press the “Windows” key + “X” on your keyboard to open the Quick Access Menu.
2. Click on “Windows PowerShell (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin)” to open the elevated command prompt or PowerShell window.
3. In the command prompt or PowerShell window, type the following command and press Enter to uninstall the Microsoft Store:
“`
Get-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WindowsStore | Remove-AppxPackage
“`
4. Close the command prompt or PowerShell window.
5. Follow the steps outlined in the “Reinstalling the Microsoft Store” section above to reinstall the Microsoft Store.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully uninstall and reinstall the Microsoft Store on your Windows PC. This can help resolve any issues you may be experiencing with the app and ensure that you have the latest version installed.
