MakeUseOf - Windows Store

Unable to Install ClipChamp on Windows 11? Try These Fixes

Abhishek Kumar Mishra — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 16:15:16 GMT

Microsoft realized that Windows lacked an official solution to create videos. So, it acquired Clipchamp, a freemium online video editing tool, and began offering it in Microsoft Store. The tool is based on the concept of web-based tools like Canva that offer an app but use an internet connection to deliver a smooth editing experience.

The Best Free Windows Store Apps Worth Your Time

Razvan Mihaila — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:16:16 GMT

If you want to check out unique Windows tools instead of settling for the most common options, you can find terrific apps on the Windows Store. And the apps on the store go through a certification process, meaning you can feel more secure about installing them over from an unfamiliar website.

How to Install and Use a Theme From the Microsoft Store

Shaant Minhas — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 20:16:17 GMT

Using the default Windows theme over a period of time can get painfully dull after a while. But if you're a Windows user, you don't have to stay stuck with old and boring theme settings. In fact, Microsoft has made it possible to install and use new themes, all with a few clicks.

10 Must-Have Microsoft Store Apps for a New Windows PC

Tashreef Shareef — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:15:19 GMT

Windows OS always had an extensive set of third-party apps to do everything from A to Z. Now, with the newly revamped Microsoft Store, many modern and legacy apps are making their way to the Windows OS’s official store.

How to Fix the Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80131500

Abhishek Kumar Mishra — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:45:15 GMT

Microsoft Store is an effective means to access the latest as well as popular apps for your Windows machine. Apart from that, you can also update all the system apps at once using this inbuilt app. But some users enter a predicament when they see the error code 0x80131500 after opening the Microsoft Store app.

8 Common Microsoft Store and App Issues in Windows 10 (With Fixes)

Joe Keeley — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 20:00:15 GMT

The Microsoft Store (formerly Windows Store) is Microsoft's official marketplace for downloading apps. Some Windows apps are only available exclusively on it. This makes it even more frustrating when Windows' official store stops working or apps don't load.

How to Repair Apps and Programs in Windows 10 & 11

Pankil Shah — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 16:16:14 GMT

It’s frustrating when an app or program on Windows starts behaving strangely. On most occasions, you can get the app or program to work again by simply restarting it. However, if that doesn’t work, you may need to repair the app.

How to Fix the Microsoft Store 0xc03f40c8 Error on Windows 10 & 11

Rishabh Chauhan — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 16:16:14 GMT

The Microsoft Store is a great place to find Windows apps. You can search for and download almost all your favorite apps and games in no time.

How to Reset Microsoft Store in Windows 10 and 11

Tashreef Shareef — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:16:12 GMT

Microsoft Store is a convenient way to download and install apps on your Windows computer. However, you may sometimes encounter errors when trying to launch Microsoft Store or install apps from it.

Microsoft Store Not Opening in Windows 11? Here are 8 Ways to Fix It

Shaant Minhas — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:46:12 GMT

Have you been scratching your head trying to launch Microsoft Store, but still haven’t had any luck? Don’t panic, as we’ve got you covered. Microsoft Store is Microsoft's official store which helps you access all the official apps and services as a Windows user, all at a single place. Unfortunately, for a multitude of reasons, it can sometimes end up inaccessible.

Apple Is Working on Music and Podcasts Apps for Windows

Christian Zibreg — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 18:57:22 GMT

Apple is reportedly going to port its native Music and Podcasts apps for the Mac to Microsoft's platforms later this year, offering Windows users an alternative to iTunes.

8 Common Microsoft Store Errors and How to Fix Them

Joe Keeley — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 15:16:09 GMT

The Microsoft Store, previously known as the Windows Store, is the official marketplace for downloading games, apps, movies, and more. It's common for it to throw out errors, many of which are hard to resolve. We're here to help with any Microsoft Store error you have.

Desktop vs. Microsoft Store Apps: Which Should You Download?

Ben Stegner — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 20:00:00 GMT

Historically, you downloaded Windows software through an EXE file from its official website or a third-party download site (called a desktop app). But starting in Windows 8 and today with Windows 10, you also have the option of downloading apps from the Microsoft Store (known as store apps).

The Best Microsoft Store Apps for Windows 10

Dan Price — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 22:00:00 GMT

The selection of universal apps in the Microsoft Store is better than ever. Their design and usability have dramatically improved, and Microsoft has largely got the problem of fake and imposter apps under control.

How to Always Show Scrollbars in Windows Store Apps

Dan Price — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 11:30:33 GMT

The Windows Store is almost unrecognizable from the barren wasteland that it was when it first went live. Microsoft clearly envisages a future in which all your mainstream apps are available via the Store, and they have been making a concerted effort to get everyone onboard with the idea as quickly as possible.

How to Install Microsoft Store Apps to Remote Windows 10 Devices

Ben Stegner — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 11:30:09 GMT

The Microsoft Store, formerly the Windows Store, is Microsoft's hub for downloading apps made for Windows 10. While you probably install most of your software from outside it, the Store still has lots of great apps. And thanks to its ubiquity, it has a few handy features like centralized updates.

How to Run Windows 10 Store Apps at Startup

Ben Stegner — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 13:30:12 GMT

There's a great value in having your PC open your favorite programs as soon as you log in. It can make your computer feel faster, saving you from having to click on a half-dozen icons. You probably know how to set normal desktop programs to run at startup, but what about Windows 10 Store apps?

The 7 Best RSS Readers in the Windows Store

Dan Price — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 23:00:00 GMT

RSS feeds remain one of the best ways to receive news headlines and exciting articles from your favorite sites. It's especially true when you're working on a desktop computer. Yes, you will find plenty of RSS readers for Android and iOS, but the 20-year-old technology really comes into its own when you're using a full-screen app on a large monitor.

3 Reasons to Download Windows Desktop Apps From the Microsoft Store

Joel Lee — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 18:00:00 GMT

Installing software on Windows can be such a pain. This is one area where other operating systems are objectively better thanks to options like Mac App Store installations and Linux package managers. Windows, at best, relies on bulk installation apps like Ninite. But that could change over the next few years.

How to Disable Autoplaying Videos in the Microsoft Store

Ben Stegner — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:30:59 GMT

The Microsoft Store, formerly Windows Store, is where Microsoft wants you to download Modern apps, movies, and more. While many people don't bother with it, there are some solid Windows Store apps worth checking out.

The Best Windows Store App Developers You Must Try

Dan Price — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 19:00:00 GMT

The Windows Store continues to improve. What was once a barren wasteland of fake apps and security issues is now a thriving community full of fun and useful software.

These Windows 10 Features Are Constantly Changing

Ben Stegner — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 17:00:00 GMT

Unlike previous Windows versions, Windows 10 regularly changes thanks to major updates. The Creators Update added lots of new goodies, and it won't be the last big update we see in 2017.

10 Windows Store Apps You Didn't Know Existed

Dan Price — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 21:00:00 GMT

Finally. Almost a decade after Apple launched its App Store and more than five years after the Windows Store first became available to the public in February 2012, Microsoft has, at last, managed to forge an app store worth spending time in.

12 Free Windows Store Platform Games to Jump For

Sandy Writtenhouse — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:00:00 GMT

The platforming genre holds some of the most esteemed games of all time. But even if you aren't playing a masterpiece, they're still a ton of fun to play. When you need a break from your day and want to run and jump as a silly character and avoid danger while collecting objects, these free Windows Store games have you covered. Plus, you can even take them offline if you like.

Ubuntu Is Now Available on the Windows Store

Dave Parrack — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 23:30:48 GMT

It's actually happened. Yes, Ubuntu is available on the Windows Store. Windows Insiders can now download and install Ubuntu onto Windows 10, adding some command-line fun. This brings Linux and Windows together in an unholy union few ever imagined they'd live long enough to witness.

Microsoft Office Is Now Available on the Windows Store

Dave Parrack — Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:30:36 GMT

You can now download Microsoft Office directly from the Windows Store for the first time. Unfortunately, the Office apps are only available to Windows 10 S users at the moment. So anyone using your bog-standard, run-of-the-mill Windows 10 will have to wait a little longer.

12 Free Windows Apps to Plan Your Vacation for Free

Sandy Writtenhouse — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 17:00:00 GMT

Family vacations, week-long getaways, and spur of the moment excursions can cost a lot. So why spend money on a travel app when you can organize those trips for free?

6 Windows 10 Offline Apps to Stay Productive and Entertained

Dan Price — Thu, 04 May 2017 19:00:00 GMT

We live in a world in which most of us are connected to the internet around the clock. Chromebook users will remember when critics derided Google's operating system for being "online only," but in the last few years, the majority of operating systems have been inching towards the same model -- and that includes Windows.

How to Play Windows Store Games Offline and Without a Connection

Ben Stegner — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 14:30:20 GMT

The Windows Store is Microsoft's attempt at creating a unified app store for Windows. While there are some great apps available from the Store, most of the best Windows software is found elsewhere.

9 Official Windows Store Apps to Replace Popular Desktop Apps

Sandy Writtenhouse — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:00:00 GMT

Windows 10 might soon ask you to install the Store app, rather than its desktop version. If you've been wanting to try Windows Store apps, now is the time.

For Real? The Strangest Apps on the Windows Store

Sandy Writtenhouse — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 20:00:00 GMT

We see oddities all around us. We shake our heads at strange websites, raise our eyebrows at bizarre mobile apps, and scratch our noggins at offbeat browser extensions. So why should the Windows Store be immune from weirdness?

Themes Are Coming to the Windows Store: How to Get Them Now!

Gavin Phillips — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 20:30:00 GMT

Microsoft teased a host of new features that are incoming with the Creators Update. That was at the Windows 10 event back in October.

11+ New Features Coming to Windows 10 in 2017

Dan Price — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 20:00:00 GMT

It's only been a few months since Microsoft started rolling out the Windows 10 Anniversary Update. And it's almost time for the next major overhaul. The Creators Update (also known as "Redstone 2") is due to hit Windows 10 computers in Spring 2017.

How to Fix the Windows Store and Its Apps in Windows 10

Joe Keeley — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 21:00:00 GMT

The Windows Store is the central place to download and buy web apps and desktop software for Windows 10. Are you having problems opening the Store or one of your apps? Don't worry, this is a common issue and we've rounded up steps to help you fix it.

How Secure Is the Windows App Store?

Dan Price — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 18:00:00 GMT

The Windows Store took a hammering when it first launched back in early-2012. It was widely criticized for a poor selection of apps, its usability was terrible, and the apps themselves lagged way behind their desktop counterparts in terms of features.

How to See Which Apps Were Recently Updated in Windows 10

Dave LeClair — Thu, 01 Sep 2016 12:30:14 GMT

Have you ever wondered whether the apps you've downloaded from the Windows Store are updating properly? Would you like to know which apps have received updates recently?

How to Fix "App Is Not Available to You" Errors in Windows 10

Dave LeClair — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 12:30:06 GMT

Just when you think you have Windows 10 all figured out, it throws a new error at you. Thankfully, it gives us something to do, because we're here to help you fix them as they pop up.

7 Windows 10 Security Features & How to Use Them

Tina Sieber — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 18:00:00 GMT

Windows 10 is all about security. Microsoft recently instructed its partners that in sales, Windows 10's security features should be the primary focus. How does Windows 10 live up to this promise?

Which Free OneNote App Should You Use on Windows? Desktop vs. Store App

Joel Lee — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 18:10:00 GMT

OneNote is simply the best free app for digital note-taking. As soon as it became 100% free in early 2015, it started climbing the ladder -- and now reigns as the king of note-taking apps.

How to Fix Windows Store App Issues With a Quick Reset

Dave LeClair — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 12:30:49 GMT

Have you downloaded an app from the Windows store, only to find that it's having some issues? All you need to do is reset it.

How to Find Apps You Can Trust in the Windows Store

Dan Price — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 19:00:00 GMT

Microsoft introduced its official app store back in 2012. It was an attempt to bring Windows onto a par with Google and Apple, whose app stores had been flourishing for years.

How to Manually Update the Windows 10 Store Apps

Ben Stegner — Fri, 20 May 2016 13:30:23 GMT

With Windows 10, you don't just work with desktop software; indeed, Windows Store apps (sometimes called Modern apps) are another kind of application Windows 10 supports.

Tired of Bloatware? How to Purge Windows 10 Store Apps

Tina Sieber — Mon, 16 May 2016 19:30:00 GMT

For Microsoft, Windows 10 is a cash machine. With future updates, more apps will be pre-installed and promoted on the Start Menu.

Can Microsoft's Desktop App Converter Save the Windows Store?

Gavin Phillips — Tue, 12 Apr 2016 19:30:00 GMT

Soon you will be able to download legacy software from the Windows Store.

8 Annoying Windows 10 Issues & How to Fix Them

Joe Keeley — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 19:00:00 GMT

The upgrade to Windows 10 has been smooth for most, but some users will always encounter issues. Whether it's the screen flashing, not being able to connect to the Internet, or the battery draining too quickly, it's time to resolve these problems.