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How to Reinstall Microsoft Store Apps in Windows 11

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The article provides detailed instructions on how to reinstall built-in Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11 using specific commands. These built-in apps, pre-installed with the operating system, can be reinstalled either by opening the Microsoft Store app page and clicking ‘Install’ or through specific commands entered into Windows PowerShell.

This article explains how to reinstall the built-in Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11.

Most of the built-in Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11 come pre-installed with the operating system, so you don’t need to install them separately. They are already installed and ready to use.

However, if you’ve uninstalled a built-in app and want to reinstall it, or if you’re going to install a new app from the Microsoft Store, the steps below will list all the Microsoft Store apps and commands to reinstall.

Install Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11

As mentioned above, most built-in Microsoft Store apps are installed and ready to use—no need to install them. However, if an app isn’t installed or got removed, the steps below show you how to reinstall it.

First, you must launch or open the Windows Terminal app as administrator. Or press the Windows key + X to open the Power User Menu.

Then, click on “Windows PowerShell (Admin)” or “Command Prompt (Admin).”

In the command prompt, type the command for each app you want to reinstall.

The links above will open the Microsoft Store app page. Click the “Install” or “Get” button to install the app.

Once fully reinstalled, you will see a notification asking to Launch or Pin the app to the Start menu.

windows reinstall the microsoft store app
windows reinstall the microsoft store app

Alternatively, type the following command:

Get-AppxPackage *name-of-the-app* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Replace “name-of-the-app” with the name of the app you want to reinstall.

For example, to reinstall the Photos app, the command would be:

Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.Windows.Photos* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

That should do it!

Conclusion:

  • Reinstalling built-in Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11 can be easily accomplished using simple command prompts in the Windows Terminal or Power User Menu.
  • Each built-in app can be reinstalled by running a specific command, ensuring a smooth process.
  • A PowerShell command is also provided as an alternative to reinstalling the apps.
  • Following these straightforward steps will allow you to enjoy the full functionality of the Microsoft Store apps in Windows 11.
  • If you have any feedback or additional insights, please utilize the comments section below to contribute to this topic.

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