Thank you.

You have a few options here.

  1. See if you have the Xbox app. If so, launch it, go through the initial set up or whatnot. Once all the way in, it might provide you a list of items with a yellow warning indicating issue with them. It might also provide you an installation option to install it. See if Store app is one of them. If so, you should be able to install it from there.
  2. Go to Start > All apps, locate Powershell, right click and "run as admin". Run this command:

Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

  1. If the computer was just set up out of box, you can also consider a factory reset to start over. Hold down Shift key while you choose Windows restart, then go to Troubleshoot > REset this PC.
  2. Repair install is another option. To perform a repair istallation of Windows 11 using the Windows Media Creation Tool:

The following steps should be done on a working Windows computer:

Download the Windows Media Creation Tool from Microsoft's official website. https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/win... click on the "download now" button under "Create Windows 11 Installation Media"

Run the tool and select "Create installation media for another PC."

Choose "USB flash drive" as the media to use for the installation and select "Next."

Connect a USB flash drive with at least 8 GB of free space to your computer.

Select the USB flash drive you want to use, and then select "Next."

The tool will then download the required files and create the installation media.

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Now these steps will  be done on your problematic computer:

Go to the USB drive via File Explorer, locate and run the Setup.exe file. Ideally, you should disconnect all USB and Bluetooth devices other than mouse and keyboard. Disable any 3rd party antivirus program. Disconnect the internet.

Once you run the Setup.exe file, choose the Install option, and the choose the option that keeps your files and apps.

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Thank you.

You have a few options here.

  1. See if you have the Xbox app. If so, launch it, go through the initial set up or whatnot. Once all the way in, it might provide you a list of items with a yellow warning indicating issue with them. It might also provide you an installation option to install it. See if Store app is one of them. If so, you should be able to install it from there.
  2. Go to Start > All apps, locate Powershell, right click and "run as admin". Run this command:

Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

  1. If the computer was just set up out of box, you can also consider a factory reset to start over. Hold down Shift key while you choose Windows restart, then go to Troubleshoot > REset this PC.
  2. Repair install is another option. To perform a repair istallation of Windows 11 using the Windows Media Creation Tool:

The following steps should be done on a working Windows computer:

Download the Windows Media Creation Tool from Microsoft's official website. https://www.microsoft.com/software-download/win... click on the "download now" button under "Create Windows 11 Installation Media"

Run the tool and select "Create installation media for another PC."

Choose "USB flash drive" as the media to use for the installation and select "Next."

Connect a USB flash drive with at least 8 GB of free space to your computer.

Select the USB flash drive you want to use, and then select "Next."

The tool will then download the required files and create the installation media.

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Now these steps will  be done on your problematic computer:

Go to the USB drive via File Explorer, locate and run the Setup.exe file. Ideally, you should disconnect all USB and Bluetooth devices other than mouse and keyboard. Disable any 3rd party antivirus program. Disconnect the internet.

Once you run the Setup.exe file, choose the Install option, and the choose the option that keeps your files and apps.

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Hello, this is Emily.

Is this a brand new computer (no former user) or a refurbished/used computer? Just want to make sure if it might be due to group policy issue, especially if previous owner is a business.

Also, can you please type winver in the search on the taskbar and hit enter, when launched, share a screenshot please?

Thanks!

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r/techsupport on Reddit: Microsoft Store is Removed. How Can I Reinstall It?
February 14, 2023 -

Hello. Today I had my computer formatted and installed Windows 10 Pro. The version is 10.0.10586. The Microsoft Store didn't open, I got a screen saying "try that again". I tried to solve this problem, I tried a few solutions and then I typed the following command into the command line and hit enter:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command "& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore).InstallLocation + '\AppxManifest.xml' ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}"

After doing so, the Microsoft Store was removed. I tried to install it again but I couldn't. Help me.

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Easiest way to reinstall, that no one has mentioned. BTW, found this just now due to my struggle of getting it back and not wanting to factory reset in hopes it brings it back. Follow these steps: if you can manage to get the Xbox app installed onto your PC, open the Xbox app, click on your GAMERTAG/NAME, go to SETTINGS, go to General. There you will see a list of dependency apps that make the Xbox app function properly. Among the list is Microsoft Store, install.
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Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type "cmd" and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open an elevated Command Prompt. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter: Get-AppxPackage WindowsStore -allusers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} This command will reinstall the Microsoft Store app on your system. Once the command has completed, close the Command Prompt and try opening the Microsoft Store again. If the store still won't open, try running the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter. To do this, go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Store Apps > Run the troubleshooter. If the troubleshooter doesn't resolve the issue, you can try resetting the Microsoft Store app. To do this, go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features > Microsoft Store > Advanced options > Reset. If none of these solutions work, you can try reinstalling Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool or a Windows 10 installation disk. Make sure to back up your important files and data before doing so. Note: It's important to be careful when using PowerShell commands, as they can have unintended consequences if entered incorrectly. Make sure to double-check the command before entering it into the Command Prompt.
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Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store - Microsoft Support
If an update for Microsoft Store ... on Windows. Repair or reset your apps. See Repair or Remove programs in Windows. Reinstall your apps In Microsoft Store, select Library....
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Re-register Microsoft Store app in Windows 10 - Windows 10 Help Forums
Peter @Ex_Brit and Denis @Try3, I just tested by uninstalling the Microsoft Store app for all users using the command below. powershell -command "Get-appxpackage -allusers *Microsoft.WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage -allusers" I then ran the wsreset -i command. It did indeed reinstall the Microsoft Store app.
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        Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$ ($_.InstallLocation)\\AppXManifest.xml"}
  • To reinstall all built-in apps, copy and paste the following command at the PowerShell window and press the Enter key.
          Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$ ($_.InstallLocation)\\AppXManifest.xml"}
    
  • Restart your PC and check if the apps are working properly.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

I appreciate that mistakes can be made, and please do correct me if I'm wrong, but surely as a Microsoft Community Support Specialist you should realise that this PowerShell is not correct? If you run this, you will receive the following:

This is because you have included an unnecessary space after -Register. For your second example, this should read as:

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

Running this will actually result in app deployments rather than a screen full of red stating that the file location does not exist - in this case, the only failures should come from resources that are being used by currently open apps:

Hope that helps.

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Hi Albert,

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

I'm Hahn and I'm here to help you with your concern.

I'm sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your Windows 10 installation. It sounds like you have accidentally removed some essential apps and components from your system. Don't worry, I will try to help you restore them.

  • Method 1: Use the Settings app to reset the Microsoft Store app. This will also reinstall the app and fix any issues with it.
    • On Windows 10, navigate to Settings app > Apps > Apps & features.
    • Locate the Microsoft Store entry and click on it to reveal the Advanced options link. Click the Advanced options link.
    • In the Reset section, click the Reset button. This will reinstall the app and clear its data.
  • Method 2: Use PowerShell to reinstall the Microsoft Store app and other built-in apps. This will register the apps again on your system and restore their functionality.
    • Open PowerShell as administrator. You can do so by searching for PowerShell, right-clicking on Windows PowerShell in search results, and then clicking the Run as administrator option.
    • To reinstall the Microsoft Store app only, copy and paste the following command at the PowerShell window and press the Enter key.
        Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$ ($_.InstallLocation)\\AppXManifest.xml"}
      
    • To reinstall all built-in apps, copy and paste the following command at the PowerShell window and press the Enter key.
        Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$ ($_.InstallLocation)\\AppXManifest.xml"}
      
    • Restart your PC and check if the apps are working properly.
  • Method 3: Perform a repair install of Windows 10 with an in-place upgrade. This will repair broken system files while preserving your personal files, settings, and installed applications. How to perform an In-place Upgrade with Windows 10 Step-by-Step Guide - Microsoft Community

Disclaimer: Please ensure that you backup any important data, including Documents, Pictures, Videos, and more.

I hope these methods help you restore your Microsoft Store and other default apps on Windows 10. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further assistance.

Your Sincerely

Hahn - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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Reinstall Microsoft Store in Windows 10 after uninstalling it with PowerShell » Winhelponline
October 21, 2022 - The 2nd method should be used if the Microsoft Store provisioned app package folder doesn’t exist. To restore or reinstall Windows Store, start PowerShell as Administrator. Click Start, and type Powershell.
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Uninstall or Reinstall Microsoft Store app in Windows 10 and Windows 11 | Windows 11 Forum
December 23, 2022 - Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers Microsoft.WindowsStore* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}​ ... 1 Open Windows Terminal, and select either Windows PowerShell or Command Prompt. 2 Copy and paste the command below into Windows Terminal, and press Enter. (see screenshot below) ... 3 When the command has finished reinstalling the Microsoft Store app, you will see the first notification below after a moment.
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Microsoft Learn
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How do I reinstall Microsoft store? - Microsoft Q&A
Find the Microsoft Store Install Service and double click, If the status is Running, right click it then select Restart · If disabled, change it to Automatic, click Start and click OK.
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Into Windows
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How To Reinstall Microsoft Store In Windows 10/11
July 8, 2024 - ... Step 1: On Windows 10/11, navigate to Settings app > Apps > Apps & features. Step 2: If you are on Windows 10, locate the Microsoft Store entry and click on it to reveal the Advanced options link.
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How to Reinstall Microsoft Store App on Windows 10 / 11
December 14, 2023 - Step 3: Next, on the left side of the pane, select Apps and features. Step 4: Now, on the right side of the window, scroll down and select Microsoft Store. Click on Advanced options below it. Step 5: In the next window, scroll down and go to the Reset section. Press the Reset button below it. Step 6: In the warning that pops up, press the Reset button again. This will reset and reinstall the Microsoft Store app.
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Windows Report
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How to Reinstall Microsoft Store: Full Guide
December 2, 2022 - With a simple command introduced in it, Microsoft Store will be automatically reinstalled. 1. Press Windows + I keys simultaneously to open Settings. 2. Type Powershell in the search bar and click Run as administrator. 3. Type the following command:Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
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So, the Windows Store is now back with me. As far as there was no complete solution in any single answer, here is my solution. Thanks for all who participated.

What you'll need

The installed Windows 10 with apps (further it will be references as "good windows"). You may use "friends computer". I used the VirtualBox virtual machine and an appropriate setup image. There is no need for license key for this: Win10 can be setup without key and activation, it'll be enough for this solution.

Step1

Take the ownership of "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps" folder as adviced here.

Step2

Open WindowsApps folder. Check, if there are next folders:

  • Microsoft.VCLibs.140.00_14.0.22810.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
  • Microsoft.VCLibs.140.00_14.0.22810.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe
  • Microsoft.NET.Native.Runtime.1.0_1.0.22929.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
  • Microsoft.NET.Native.Runtime.1.0_1.0.22929.0_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe
  • Microsoft.WindowsStore_2015.7.1.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
  • Microsoft.WindowsStore_2015.701.14.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe

If some of them are not presented there - copy missing ones from good windows and copy here.

Note1. For those who are in italic: I'm not sure that they are required, I processed all of them, may be they are not required.

Note2. For WindowsStore folders there may be another version, as it can be seen in @Fase answer.

Step 3

Open Windows Powershell.

Register every folder (one by one, except the last one!) in the order they are presented in above list with the next command:

Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\*FOLDER*\AppxManifest.xml"

Example:

Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.WindowsStore_2015.7.1.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe\AppxManifest.xml"

You'll be close to success if the command with WindowsStore will give no errors. Others may return errors if they were allready registered.

Step 4

If Step 3 was successfull, you'll be able to find (Press WindowsKey then type Store) the Store application in the Start Menu.

Try to start it. If it will work - congratulations. If it will be shown for a while and then closed - see Step 5.

Step 5

Grant permissions for "ALL APPLICATION PACKAGES" account to WindowsApps folder as adviced here.

That's all Folks!

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I was finally able to fix this. It's actually quite funny. I upgraded Windows 10 to Windows 10.

  • Insert the disc or create and mount the iso
    • You can download it here
    • I was able to upgrade to Windows 10 from other OS's using this tool directly, but that did not work from 10 to 10
  • Chose "Download and install updates (recommended)"
  • Accepted agreement
  • Chose "Keep Windows settings, personal files, and apps"

After the "upgrade" you'll have the Store and all other default apps back

It reverted the two windows updates I had received but then they downloaded and installed again just fine. I imagine this would get more risky as more updates come out in the future.

After all of that was done, I ran these commands in an admin PowerShell to strip off everything but the Store and Calculator:

Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | where-object {$_.name -notlike "*Microsoft.WindowsStore*"} | where-object {$_.name -notlike "*Microsoft.WindowsCalculator*"} | Remove-AppxPackage

Get-AppxProvisionedPackage -online | where-object {$_.packagename -notlike "*Microsoft.WindowsStore*"} | where-object {$_.packagename -notlike "*Microsoft.WindowsCalculator*"} | Remove-AppxProvisionedPackage -online
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How To Reinstall Microsoft Store
October 15, 2023 - Copy and paste this into the PowerShell window: Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)AppXManifest.xml"} Wait for PowerShell to finish the reinstallation process. Close PowerShell and restart your computer. Microsoft Store should be reinstalled on your device now.
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The Hidden Fix: Restoring the Microsoft Store in Windows 11 | by Mandi Kaye Sorensen | Medium
October 12, 2023 - Your Microsoft Store is back, but the saga isn’t quite over yet. All of my “native” apps, like the snipping tool and calculator, were still gone. And even though the Store claims you “own” them, you’ll need to reinstall these apps to fully restore your lost functionality.
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How to Reinstall the Microsoft Store on Windows 11
April 18, 2023 - First, open a PowerShell window as admin, run the Get-AppxPackage -allusers *WindowsStore* | Remove-AppxPackage command, and reboot your PC. Then, reinstall Microsoft Store by opening PowerShell as admin and running this command: Get-AppxPackage ...