Microsoft.UI.Xaml.2.7 is a framework that provides Microsoft UI controls and features for Windows UWP apps. This package is required by other Store apps to work correctly. For example, the following store apps require Microsoft.UI.Xaml.2.7.Read more
Windows 10
This category contains posts about Microsoft’s latest Operating System – Windows 10.Windows 10’s always been interesting, as every new major update will usually include additional features.
[Fix] JPG Metadata not displayed in File Explorer
File Explorer shows the EXIF information (e.g., the Camera model, Dimensions, etc.,) in the Details pane. However, on some systems, the metadata may appear completely empty.Read more
How to Upgrade Windows 11 Home to Pro
If you’re using Windows 10 or 11 Home Edition, you can upgrade to Pro Edition (the upgrade costs USD 99) by changing the product key and activating it. This article tells you how to upgrade Windows 10/11 Home to Pro. No reinstallation is required.Read more
Error 0x80070002 – 0x20009 During Windows 10/11 Setup
When you install Windows 10 or 11, the setup may fail with the error 0x80070002-0x20009.
0x80070002 – 0x20009 The installation failed in SAFE_OS phase with an error during PREPARE_ROLLBACK operation.
When you run the SetupDiag tool, the SetupDiagResults.log may show the following:Read more
Accounts “Sign-in Options” in Settings is Completely Blank
When you open Settings → Accounts → Sign-in Options, the Sign-in Options page may be completely empty. As a result, you cannot modify the PIN, dynamic lock, or other sign-in settings.Read more
[Fix] Chrome Launches Default Apps (Settings) Everytime
After installing the April 2023 quality updates on some Windows 10 or 11 computers, the Default Apps window may open when Chrome is launched. Resetting default apps or reinstalling Chrome does not fix the issue.Read more
Windows Firewall Error 0x800706D9 “The snap-in failed to load”
When you open the Windows Firewall (with Advanced Security) applet, the following error may show up:
There was an error opening the Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security snap-in The Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security snap-in failed to load. Restart the Windows Defender Firewall service on the computer that you are managing. Error code: 0x6D9.
How to Fix .NET Framework 3.5 Error 0x80070490
Several older programs require .NET Framework 3.5 to run. When you attempt to run a legacy program, it prompts you to install the framework. The prompt reads, “An app on your PC needs the following Windows feature: .NET Framework 3.5.”
When you install .NET Framework 3.5 (NetFx3) on demand, you may get the error 0x80070490. The full error message is below:Read more
Add “Firefox (Private browsing)” to Default Apps
Firefox Private browsing helps you visit websites without saving cookies, temp files, and browsing history. If you’re wondering how to add “Firefox (Private browsing)” to the Default Apps, this article has the registry edit.Read more
Error “One or more users on this computer have installed iTunes”
When you install iTunes classic version from the Applet website, the following error may appear:
One or more users on this computer have installed iTunes from the Microsoft Store. iTunes may not run correctly after this installation. Do you want to continue?
The above error occurs even though you have uninstalled iTunes via Apps & Features in Settings.Read more