How to Reinstall Dev Home App in Windows 11
Reinstalling the Dev Home app in Windows 11 is a good way to fix problems when it glitches or stops working.
Dev Home is a Windows app that helps developers manage their projects and set up their computer for coding. It helps you do things like install apps from outside the Microsoft Store and set up a special “Dev Drive” for your code.
This app can also help you turn on Developer Mode, which lets you install apps from any source. It also lets you manage special settings for developers that Windows doesn’t usually show.
If Dev Home isn’t working right, a fresh installation can often fix it by resetting all its settings.
Uninstall Dev Home via Windows Terminal using PowerShell commands, then reinstall it from the Microsoft Store. This process resets the app and resolves common glitches.
How to Uninstall and Reinstall Dev Home
If Dev Home is misbehaving or you’d prefer to start fresh, follow these steps to uninstall and then reinstall the app.
Step 1Open Windows Terminal with PowerShell
You need to open Windows Terminal and select the PowerShell option to reinstall Dev Home. This is where you’ll enter the commands to remove the app and then add it back. To find Windows Terminal, click the Start button and type its name, then choose it from the list that appears.
Here's how to do that:
- Click the Start button or press the Windows key.
- Type Windows Terminal and select it from the list.
- Make sure the tab says PowerShell. If not, click the down arrow (˅) next to the plus (+) sign and choose PowerShell.
- Click the Start button or press the Windows key.
- Type 'Windows Terminal' and select it from the list.
- Ensure the tab displays 'PowerShell'. If it doesn't, click the down arrow (˅) next to the plus (+) sign and choose 'PowerShell'.
Read more about how to open Windows Terminal with PowerShell.
Step 2Uninstall Dev Home for Your User Account
Type or copy-paste this command into the PowerShell window, then press Enter:
Get-AppxPackage *Windows.DevHome* | Remove-AppxPackagewinget uninstall --id Microsoft.DevHome -e --source winget
Step 3 (Optional): Uninstall Dev Home for All Users
To uninstall Dev Home for all users on your computer, you must open Windows Terminal with administrator privileges. This allows you to run commands that affect every account. After opening it as an administrator, confirm you are in the PowerShell tab before entering the correct command to uninstall Dev Home.
- Click the Start button.
- Type Windows Terminal.
- ⚠️ Admin Required: Right-click on Windows Terminal and select Run as administrator.
- Again, make sure you are in the PowerShell tab, then paste this command and press Enter:
- Right-click the Start button.
- Select 'Windows Terminal (Admin)'.
- Confirm the User Account Control (UAC) prompt by clicking 'Yes'.
- Make sure the tab is set to 'PowerShell'. If not, click the down arrow (˅) next to the plus (+) sign and choose 'PowerShell'.
Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers -PackageTypeFilter Bundle -Name "*Windows.DevHome*" | Remove-AppxPackage -AllUserswinget uninstall --id Microsoft.DevHome -e --source winget
Learn more about running Windows Terminal as admin.
Step 4Reinstall Dev Home from Microsoft Store
Adding Dev Home back is straightforward using the Microsoft Store after you've removed it. Open the Microsoft Store app on your computer and search for 'Dev Home'. Then, click the 'Get' button to download and install the app again, making it ready for use.
- Open the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
- Search for Dev Home or click this link: Get Dev Home app
- Click the Get button to download and install the app.
- Open the Microsoft Store app.
- Search for 'Dev Home'.
- Click 'Get' to download and install the app.
Once installed, open the app from the Start menu or directly from the Store.
If Dev Home is uninstalled for all computer users on Windows 11, then each individual user account must reinstall Dev Home separately. This ensures that every user can access and use the application after a system-wide removal.
You're all set!
Summary
Reinstalling Dev Home on Windows 11 is a great way to fix common issues and get the app working smoothly again. This process ensures you have access to its developer tools and settings for managing your projects and system performance.Is Dev Home discontinued?
Is Dev Home still available?
Microsoft discontinued Dev Home in May 2025, meaning it's no longer working on recent Windows versions. Some of its features are now being integrated into Windows Advanced Settings. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Is it okay to Uninstall Dev Home?
Is it safe to remove Dev Home?
Although it's generally safe to remove the Dev Home app on Windows 10 and 11 devices, err on the side of caution and create a backup for your system before making changes.
How to install Microsoft Dev Home?
How do I install Dev Home?
To install Dev Home, search for it in the Microsoft Store, click on the app, and then click 'Get' to install it.
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