Most Store apps require a runtime package to work correctly. For example, the Microsoft Store app requires the Microsoft.UI.Xaml.2.8 and Microsoft.VCLibs.140 runtimes. This post tells you how to list all Store apps that use a particular runtime.
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When you try to install or update an app in the Microsoft Store, the error code 0x8024500c may occur. Here’s the full error message verbatim:
Turn on Windows Update This install is prevented by policy. Ask your admin to enable Windows Update. Code: 0x8024500C
Microsoft has recently introduced a common-line tool to manage Store apps. The CLI tool is part of the Microsoft Store appx package. If your Microsoft Store app is up to date, simply run store.exe to launch the Store CLI tool. It works in Windows 10 and 11.Read more
When you install, uninstall, or update Store apps, the error 0x80073CFA, 0x80073CF9, or 0x80076BE may occur. There was an issue in the WinAppSDK 1.6.2 release which affected Windows 10 version 19045 machines. It seems that Microsoft has pulled the 1.6.2 release later.Read more
After installing Windows 10 cleanly, the following error may occur when launching Microsoft Store.
Pardon the interruption Before you can shop, we need to update Microsoft Store. On a metered network? You can connect to WiFi first to avoid possible data charges.
The Microsoft PC Manager app offers features such as one-click boost, storage clean-up, file management, and protection of your default settings from unauthorized changes. It’s available via the Microsoft Store.
However, the Microsoft PC Manager app may not be available for some users when they search for it in the Microsoft Store.Read more
When you install apps in the Microsoft Store, the error code 0x80073D0A may appear.
App installation failed with error message: error 0x80073D0A: Failed to install package <package name> because the firewall service is not running. Ensure that the firewall service is enabled and started. (0x80073d0a)
After updating Paint 3D to version 6.2405.19017.0, Paint 3D may be missing in the Open With dialog and Default apps. The ms-paint: protocol now opens the standard Paint app instead of Paint 3D. Also, the Edit with Paint 3D context menu doesn’t work correctly or it launches the regular Paint app.Read more
If the Phone Link app doesn’t open or work correctly, uninstall it using PowerShell and reinstall it. You may be wondering how to reinstall the “Phone Link” app (formerly “Your Phone”) if it is missing from Microsoft Store.Read more
Microsoft’s 3D Builder app lets you view, create, and edit 3D objects. However, the 3D Builder app seems to be currently unavailable from the Microsoft Store. Clicking on the following 3D Builder Store app link opens the Store app’s page, but the Install option is missing.
https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9wzdncrfj3t6