How to Uninstall and Reinstall Snipping Tool in Windows 11

Step 1Remove the Current Snipping Tool

Removing the Snipping Tool from your computer is a necessary step to get a fresh, working version. Existing captures remain safe in your folders throughout this process.

Accessing Your Installed Apps

Managing installed apps on a Windows 11 computer happens through the Settings ⚙️ app.

In the Settings ⚙️ window, locate the ‘Apps’ section.

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps and locate the Snipping Tool. Scroll through the list or use the search 🔍 bar at the top to find the program.

Locating and Uninstalling the Snipping Tool

To uninstall reinstall snipping tool files that are acting up, you need to remove the current version from your computer first. Open Settings, go to Apps, and select Installed apps. Find Snipping Tool in the list, click the three-dot menu next to it, and choose Uninstall to clear the broken app from your system completely.

A small menu will appear on screen.

Windows prompts for confirmation with the message, "This app and its related info will be uninstalled." Click 'Uninstall' again to confirm the removal.

The Snipping Tool will be removed from your computer completely.

Step 2Install a Fresh Copy of Snipping Tool

After removing the old Snipping Tool, users can install a new version from Microsoft. Download the correct installer file from Microsoft's official website, and then run the downloaded file to begin the installation process.

Finding the Right Download

When you want to uninstall reinstall snipping tool software, you must grab the official package from Microsoft. Go to the official support page and pick the correct file for your system. Most modern computers need the Snipping Tool Windows 64-bit (most common) option to work properly.

Most computers run 64-bit Windows, so choose the Snipping Tool Windows 64-bit (most common) link.

• Snipping Tool Windows 64-bit (most common)
• Snipping Tool Windows 32-bit

Older computers or specialized setups might require the 32-bit version ('Snipping Tool Windows 32-bit') or the ARM64 version for ARM devices. The 64-bit version remains the best option for most users.

Click the download link that fits your system. The browser downloads a small file, usually ending in .exe.

Installing Your Newly Downloaded Snipping Tool

To finish the process when you uninstall reinstall snipping tool apps, open your Downloads folder and run the installation file. Find the file named SnippingTool_x64.exe and double-click it to launch the setup wizard, then click through the on-screen prompts to put the app back on your PC.

Locate the downloaded file SnippingTool_x64.exe and double-click it.

The installer program starts automatically. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed.

Click 'Next' or 'Install' until the process finishes. The installer will set up the Snipping Tool on your computer.

When the screen displays "Setup Complete" or "Finished," the Snipping Tool has been reinstalled successfully.

Reference:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uninstall-and-reinstall-paint-and-snipping-tool-d21261f8-1c3a-4776-9262-2d34928b1962

Summary

This guide explains how to uninstall and then reinstall the Snipping Tool on Windows 11 by removing it via Settings and then downloading and installing a fresh copy from Microsoft.