Restoring the Microsoft Store on Windows 10

The Microsoft Store, essential for app installations on Windows 10, can vanish due to errors. How do we get it back?

Microsoft Store serves as a hub for authentic applications and software. Some apps are exclusive to it, prompting more users to engage with the Store. However, cleanup tools for Windows 10 might remove or hide the Store, blocking access to these apps. In such scenarios, restoring the Microsoft Store becomes crucial.

Restoring the Microsoft Store via Settings

The Microsoft Store on Windows 10 can't be deleted, only hidden. A simple restart usually makes it accessible again.

Step 1: Open Settings from the Start Menu.

Step 2: Select the Apps section to view all system applications.

Step 3: Navigate to Apps & Features to explore the applications available on your device.

Step 4: Locate Microsoft Store in the app list and click on Advanced options for further settings.

Step 5: Click Reset to initiate the Microsoft Store's automatic repair process.

Method 2: Restoring Microsoft Store using PowerShell

PowerShell, the modern command-line interface, is set to replace the older Command Prompt.

Step 1: Open Start Menu, type in PowerShell, and select Run as Administrator for full permissions.

Step 2: Copy the command provided below, paste it into PowerShell, and press Enter to execute.

Note: Use Right-click to paste into PowerShell as Ctrl + V will not work.

Step 3: After executing the command, look for the content named PackageFullName/PackageFamilyName, specifically Microsoft.WindowsStore.

Step 4: Highlight and copy the entire PackageFullName section content using Ctrl + C.

Step 5: Use the following command to restore Microsoft Store, ensuring to replace the placeholder text appropriately.

After entering the command, press Enter to let the system automatically restore Microsoft Store.

Method 3: Restore all default Windows apps using PowerShell.

(Aside) To reinstall all default Windows 10 apps, including Microsoft Store, use the simple command below.

Step 1: Open Menu Start > Type PowerShell > Select Run as Administrator for full privileges.

Step 2: Next, copy the command below and right-click to paste it into PowerShell. Hit Enter to start the installation process.

This article covers all the methods to successfully restore Microsoft Store on Windows 10 with a 100% success rate. Hopefully, these tips will help you access Microsoft Store on Windows.