Fix “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” Error in Windows

Try working your way down this list of fixes

Do you repeatedly come across a “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error while attempting touse the Microsoft Store in Windows 10? While this usually happens due to a corrupt or missing Microsoft Store installation, an obsolete app cache and conflicting settings can also cause the issue.

Work your way through the list of solutions below, and in most cases, you should be able to fix the error relatively quickly.

Restart Your Computer

If the Microsoft Store worked correctly just a moment ago, you’re likely dealing with a minor technical glitch. Restarting your computer should help eliminate it, so try that before diving into the remaining fixes.

Reset Microsoft Store Cache

The Microsoft Store speeds things up by creating temporary files and saving online content locally. However, an outdated cache can prevent it from functioning normally. Try deleting it.

  1. PressWindows+Xto open the Power User Menu.

  2. SelectWindows PowerShell (Admin).

  3. Typewsreset.exeinto the Windows PowerShell console and pressEnter:

  4. Once Windows PowerShell finishes clearing the Microsoft Store cache, the Microsoft Store should open automatically.

  5. If the “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error shows up instead, exit Windows PowerShell and move onto the next fix.

Reset the Microsoft Store

Resetting the Microsoft Store allows you to revert the program to its defaults. You can do that using Windows 10’s Settings app.

  1. Open theStartmenu and typeSettingsand select theSettings App>Apps>Apps & features.

  2. Scroll down and selectMicrosoft Store>Advanced Options.

  3. Scroll down toReset> ClickReset.

  4. Wait until the Settings app finishes resetting the Microsoft Store.

  5. Open the Microsoft Store. If it opens without issue, you’ll likely have to sign back into it with your Microsoft Account.

Re-Register Microsoft Store

If restarting your computer didn’t help fix the issue, you must re-register the Microsoft Store. That involves running a specific command via an elevated Windows PowerShell console.

  1. PressWindows+Xand selectWindows PowerShell (Admin).

  2. Copy and paste the following command into the Windows PowerShell console:

Get-AppXPackage WindowsStore -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}

  1. PressEnter.

  2. Exit Windows PowerShell.

  3. Attempt to open the Microsoft Store.

Reinstall and Re-Register All Microsoft Store Apps

Re-installing and re-registering the Microsoft Store and all Microsoft Store-related apps can also help fix the “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error. The procedure can take several minutes to complete.

  1. Open an elevated Windows PowerShell console.

  2. Copy and paste the following command into the Windows PowerShell console:

Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}

  1. PressEnter.

  2. Wait until Windows PowerShell re-installs and re-registers the Microsoft Store   and all Microsoft Store-related apps on your computer.

  3. Exit Windows PowerShell and restart your computer.

  4. Attempt to open the Microsoft Store.

Reinstall and Re-Register All Microsoft Store Apps With Unrestricted Execution Policy

If the tip above does not work, you must run the same command with an unrestricted execution policy.

  1. Open an elevated Windows PowerShell console.

  2. TypeSet-ExecutionPolicy Unrestrictedand pressEnter.

  3. TypeYand pressEnter.

  4. Run the following command to reinstall and re-register the Microsoft Store.

Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml”}

  1. Exit Windows PowerShell and restart your computer.

Run Microsoft Store Troubleshooter

Windows 10 comes with an integrated troubleshooter that can helpresolve general issues with the Microsoft Store, including apps that you download off it.

  1. Open theStartmenu and selectSettings.

  2. SelectUpdate & Security.

  3. Switch to theTroubleshootside-tab.

  4. SelectAdditional troubleshooters.

  5. Scroll down and selectWindows Store Apps>Run the troubleshooter.

  6. If the troubleshooter finds any issues, follow the on-screen instructions to resolve them.

Install Operating System Updates

If the “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error persists, try updating Windows 10. That should resolve any known bugs with the operating system and provide the Microsoft Store with a stable platform to run on.

  1. Open theStartmenu and selectSettings.

  2. SelectUpdate & Security.

  3. SelectCheck for updates.

  4. SelectDownload and installto apply pending updates.

  5. Attempt to open the Microsoft Store.

Set Correct Date, Time, and Region

Running Windows 10 with an incorrect date, time, or region can also result in Microsoft Store-related issues.

  1. Open theStartmenu and selectSettings.

  2. SelectTime & Language.

  3. Select theDate & timetab.

  4. Turn on the switches underneathSet time automaticallyandSet time zone   automatically.

Note:If the Settings app fails to set the accurate date and time automatically, selectSync nowor set the date and time manually.

  1. Switch to theRegiontab.

  2. Use the pull-down menu underCountry or regionto pick the region that matches your time zone.

  3. Exit the Settings app.

Perform SFC Scan

Running theSystem File Checker (SFC)helps you repair corrupted files related to Windows 10. It’s a command-line tool that you can run via Windows PowerShell.

  1. Open an elevated Windows PowerShell console.

  2. Typesfc /scannowinto Windows PowerShell. PressEnter.

  3. If the SFC scan detects and fixes issues with the operating system, it’s best to follow up with a DISM scan.

Run the DISM Tool

The DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) tool is another command-line utility that resolves stability-related issues in Windows 10.

  1. Open an elevated Windows PowerShell console.

  2. TypeDISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealthand pressEnter:

  3. If the DISM tool detects issues with the operating system, run the following commands:

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Note:Both commands can take several minutes to complete.

Revert Windows Using System Restore Point

If you’veenabled System Restore in Windows 10, try reverting the operating system to a time when you didn’t encounter the “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error.

  1. PressWindows+Rto open the Run box.

  2. Typesysdm.cpland selectOK.

  3. Switch to theSystem Protectiontab.

  4. SelectSystem Restore.

  5. SelectNexton the System Restore wizard.

  6. Pick a restore point and follow all on-screen instructions to roll back your computer.

Reset Windows 10

Restoring Windows 10 to its default settings is a way to deal with severe underlying issues behind the “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” error. It’s a radical solution to the problem, but you can choose to keep personal files intact during the reset procedure. Regardless, you mustback up your data before proceeding.

  1. Open theStartmenu and selectSettings.

  2. SelectUpdate & Security.

  3. SelectRecovery.

  4. SelectGet started.

  5. SelectKeep my filesorRemove everythingand follow the rest of the instructions to reset Windows 10.

For a comprehensive step-by-step walk-through, here’s thecomplete guide to factory resetting Windows 10.

Dilum Senevirathne is a freelance tech writer and blogger with three years of experience writing for online technology publications. He specializes in topics related to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Google web apps. When he isn’t hammering away at his Magic Keyboard, you can catch him binge-watching productivity hacks on YouTube.Read Dilum’s Full Bio

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