If you’re experiencing issues with the Microsoft Photos app on your Windows 10 computer, don’t worry – there are several ways to repair it. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to reset, repair, and reinstall the Photos app to get it working smoothly again.
Reset the Photos App
One of the easiest ways to fix the Photos app is to reset it. Here’s how:
- Click on the Search box and type “Apps & Feature”. Then click on the “Apps & Feature” in the search result.
- Scroll down through the Settings window and click on the “Photos” app.
- Click on “Advanced options”.
- Now click on the “Reset” button to reset the application.
After resetting the app, check if the issue is resolved. If not, move on to the next step.
Repair the Photos App
If resetting the app doesn’t work, you can try repairing it. Here’s how:
- Open the Start menu and select Settings.
- Click on “Apps” and then “Apps & features”.
- Find the “Photos” app in the list and click on it.
- Click on “Advanced options” under the app name.
- If the “Repair” option is available, click on it. If not, click on “Reset”.
If the repair option is not available or doesn’t fix the problem, you can try resetting the app instead.
Reinstall the Photos App
If resetting or repairing the app doesn’t work, you can try reinstalling it. Here’s how:
- Open the Windows PowerShell as an administrator.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.Windows.Photos | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}
Let the command complete.
- Restart your computer.
- Check if the Photos app is working now.
If the Photos app is still not working, you can try manually downloading and installing it from the Microsoft Store.
By following these steps, you should be able to repair the Microsoft Photos app on your Windows 10 computer in 2024. If you continue to experience issues, it’s best to contact Microsoft support for further assistance.