Microsoft Store apps can be a great addition to any Windows 10 device, but the truth is that some of them may be more of a hassle than they’re worth. This is especially true if you find yourself running out of storage space or memory on your computer.
Fortunately, there is an easy solution: you can disable and/or uninstall Microsoft Store apps as needed. In this blog post, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions to help you do just that! You will learn how to disable the apps from running in the background, as well as how to completely uninstall them. Keep reading for all the details!
How to disable Microsoft Store apps
If you want to disable a Microsoft Store app, you can do so by going to the Settings app and then to the Apps & Features section. From here, find the app you want to disable and click on it. This will open up the settings for that particular app. On the right side of the screen, there will be a toggle switch labeled “Disable“. Toggle this switch to the “Off” position and then click “OK” to confirm your changes.
If you want to uninstall a Microsoft Store app, you can do so by going to the Settings app and then to the Apps & Features section. From here, find the app you want to uninstall and click on it. This will open up the settings for that particular app. On the right side of the screen, there will be a button labeled “Uninstall”. Click this button and then follow the prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
How to uninstall Microsoft Store apps
To uninstall Microsoft Store apps, you need to:
- Go to Start Menu > Settings > Apps
- Select the app you want to uninstall and click “Uninstall“
- Follow the prompts to confirm the uninstallation process
- Once the process is completed, the selected app will be uninstalled from your system
Should you disable or uninstall Microsoft Store apps?
If you’re not using a particular Microsoft Store app, you may want to disable or uninstall it to free up space on your device. Disabling an app will prevent it from running and using up resources, but it will still be installed on your device. Uninstalling an app will completely remove it from your device.
To disable a Microsoft Store app:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
- Select the app you want to disable, then select Disable.
To uninstall a Microsoft Store app:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
- Select the app you want to uninstall, then select Uninstall.
How to re-enable and re-install Microsoft Store apps
If you have a Microsoft Store app that isn’t working correctly, or if you need to reinstall an app that you previously uninstalled, you can re-enable and re-install the app by following these steps:
- Go to Start > Settings > Apps.
- Select the app you want to re-enable or re-install from the list of installed apps.
- Click the Enable or Install button, depending on whether the app is currently enabled or not.
- Follow the prompts to complete the process.
After following these steps, your Microsoft Store app should be up and running again. If you’re still having trouble with the app, you can contact Microsoft Support for further assistance.
Conclusion
Microsoft Store apps are incredibly useful, but there may be times when you have to disable or uninstall them. We hope that this article has helped give you the information and guidance you need to do both of these tasks safely and effectively.
Remember to keep your device updated, as new versions of Windows 10 can often address security vulnerabilities that leave your PC open to malicious software attacks. With a few simple steps, you’ll be able to use Microsoft Store apps with confidence knowing that they won’t cause any problems for your computer system.
