Sign-out and sign-in to your Microsoft Account in MS Store.
Run Troubleshooter.
Reset the Microsoft Store cache.
Install the latest Windows Updates.
Use System File Checker to check and fix corrupted system files that may be the cause of the issue.
Re-register Windows Store App.
Update OS. You knew this was coming.
Relaunch Store, Reboot Computer. This is a simple trick but sometimes works.
Internet Settings. Is your internet working?
Pending Downloads. Are there any pending downloads in the Microsoft Store?
Date and Time.
Storage Space.
Change Download Location.
Troubleshooting.
Antivirus and Malware.
Clear Cache.
How to fix Microsoft Store not downloading?
Method 2: Run the Windows Store troubleshooter Press the Windows key or Start
Click “Settings” – the gear-shaped icon on the left.
Click on the “Update security” section with Windows settings.
On the left panel, click Troubleshoot
In the right pane, click Additional Fixes.
Under Troubleshoot and other issues, scroll back and look for Windows Store apps.
Click the “Run the troubleshooter” tab.
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Can’t download anything from Microsoft Store?
If your computer has full access but the Microsoft Store often fails to download apps, close and restart the Store. Right-click the Start menu/Windows logo and select Task Manager. On the Processes tab, select Microsoft and click the End Task button in the lower right corner of the window.
Why is Microsoft Store not launching?
Open someone’s Settings app in your device window.
Go to the Update & Security section.
Select Troubleshoot.
From the menu that appears, select the Advanced Troubleshooting option.
Scroll down and click Windows App Store. Run the troubleshooter and let the program detect problems.
Why is my Microsoft Store not loading?
Reset a Microsoft Store app Open the app’s settings and go to the Apps section.
In the Microsoft Store, find the complete listing, select it, and simply click “More options.”
Now click on the reset link. Press the “Reset” button once to confirm.
How do I fix Microsoft Store not downloading anything?
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- Check your Internet connection.
- Disable… VPN or Proxy….
- Force close the Microsoft Store. …
- Check your date and time settings. …
- Check your storage space and settings. …
- Clear your Microsoft Store cache. …reconnect your
- Microsoft account. …
- Reset Microsoft Store preferences.
Why is my Microsoft Store not downloading anything?
It’s possible that the version is from Microsoft and not your answer. Restart your computer and try again, and if that doesn’t work, wait 12-24 hours before trying a third time. Thanks a lot! My Microsoft site isn’t downloading anything, including updates.
Why is the Microsoft Store not downloading anything?
This may be due to a bug or an occasional connection error. Microsoft will close and restart the store to see if the transfer works again or not. Can you please try restarting your computer 1 time before trying.

Ermias is a tech writer with a passion for helping people solve Windows problems. He loves to write and share his knowledge with others in the hope that they can benefit from it. He’s been writing about technology and software since he was in college, and has been an avid Microsoft fan ever since he first used Windows 95.