Microsoft has replaced most of its legacy apps with modern apps in Windows 10 and Windows 11. This includes the Calculator app. Sometimes the Calculator app goes missing or is mistakenly uninstalled from the operating system.
It may also be possible that the files required to run the app are present on your PC, but the app itself doesn’t show up.
In this article, we will discuss how to fix Windows 10 calculator missing or how to install it again using different methods.
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Install Calculator App on Windows
If your computer does not have the Calculator or has accidentally been deleted, there are multiple ways you can fix it. It can be reinstalled, or the current installation can be restored.
From Microsoft Store
You can download and install the application from the Microsoft Store. Note that you must be signed in to your profile using a Microsoft account to install the app.
Follow these steps to install the Calculator app from Microsoft Store:
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Open the Windows Calculator app page in Microsoft Store and click Get in Store app.
Get in Microsoft Store -
You will now be prompted to open the Microsoft Store app. Click Open Microsoft Store.
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The Store app will now open showing the Windows Calculator page. Click Get to install the app.
Get the Windows Calculator app The app will now begin downloading and installing.
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When the installation is finalized, click Open.
Open Windows Calculator
The Calculator app should now be installed on your PC.
Using Windows PowerShell
Alternatively, you can also install the Windows Calculator app through Windows PowerShell using a single cmdlet.
Simply run the following cmdlet in an elevated PowerShell instance to install Windows Calculator:
Get-AppXPackage *WindowsCalculator* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
After the app is installed, it can be accessed by searching for it from the Start menu or the search box in the taskbar. Alternatively, you can also type in calc in the Run Command box to launch the Windows Calculator app.
However, if this method did not work for you and it shows that the app is already installed but not showing up in your search results, then there are other methods to fix the problem.
Fix Calculator App Not Working
Uninstall and Reinstall Calculator App
Some users have reported that the Windows Calculator has somehow gone missing on their computers. However, upon trying to reinstall it using the method shared above, they are prompted with “The app is already installed.”
This is the perfect example of the installation packages remaining on the system, but the application is either removed or corrupted.
If you are in a similar situation, follow these steps to mitigate the issue and reinstall Windows Calculator:
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Open Windows PowerShell with elevated privileges and run the following cmdlet:
get-appxpackage *Microsoft.WindowsCalculator* | remove-appxpackage
Uninstall Windows Calculator from PowerShell This will remove all traces of the Calculator app from your PC.
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Now, run the following cmdlet to reinstall the Windows Calculator app:
Get-AppXPackage *WindowsCalculator* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
Once the Calculator app is reinstalled, check to see if you can run it. This method usually solves the issues.
However, if you find that the method has failed, you can try the given solutions discussed below.
Run Windows Store Troubleshooter
The Windows operating system comes with built-in troubleshooters for different components. It also has a combined troubleshooter for all Microsoft Store applications. If you find that the Calculator app is installed but not running, you can run the Windows Store troubleshooter. Here is how:
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Navigate to the following:
Settings app >> Update & security >> Troubleshoot >> Additional Troubleshooters
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Here, scroll down and click “Windows Store Apps” to expand it, and then click Run the Troubleshooter.
Run Windows Store applications troubleshooter The troubleshooting wizard will now run. As it does, it will automatically scan and detect any problems with any of the apps.
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Once this scan is complete (takes only a few seconds), it will recommend some actions to take or perform the less complex actions automatically to mitigate any detected issues. Follow the on-screen instructions and perform the necessary actions to fix the problem.
Once done, close the wizard.
Now check to see if the problem has been solved and if you are able to run the Windows Calculator app.
Check for Updates
The first approach should be to check for any pending updates, both in Windows Updates as well as the Microsoft Store. Any pending updates can cause an application to malfunction.
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Open Microsoft Store and click on the Pending updates button in the top-right corner of the app.
If you do not see this button, it means your applications are already up to date.
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Now click on Update all to begin updates for all Microsoft applications on your computer.
Install Store updates
Once all the applications have been updated, including Windows Calculator, relaunch the application and check if the error is resolved.
Run the System File Checker (SFC)
The System File Checker (SFC) is a preinstalled Command Prompt tool in Windows that attempts to repair corrupted system files by replacing them with redundant files. However, this also requires that the system image is healthy, so it can perform a successful repair.
SFC is a mechanism of the Windows File Protection feature.
Simply run the following cmdlet in an elevated Command Prompt and the tool will do the rest:
sfc /scannow
The command will take a while to execute completely. When done, recheck if the Windows Calculator is functional now.
Reset the Windows Calculator App
If the method above did not work for you, try resetting the Calculator app. This will bring the app back to its default state.
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Navigate to the following:
Settings app >> Apps
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Here, search for “calculator” in the text field.
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Now click on the Calculator app below and then click Advanced Options.
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On the next screen, scroll down and click Reset.
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When asked for confirmation, click Reset again.
Confirm reset The app will now reset to its default settings, removing all data and cache.
After the Windows Calculator app has reset, check to see if you are able to run it.
Update Windows OS
If none of these solutions have worked so far, then try updating your Windows 10 operating system through Windows Updates, since Microsoft often publishes app updates through the Windows Update as well.
Install any pending updates using these steps:
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Navigate to the following
Settings app >> Update & Security >> Windows Update
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Now click Check for updates.
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If any updates show up, we suggest that you install them.
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Once installed, restart the computer and check to see if it resolved the Windows Calculator app problem.
The given solutions ought to fix any issues with the Calculator app. Let us now move on to other useful tips for the app.
Create Shortcut and Assign Shortcut Keys to Calculator App
Using shortcut keys to perform simple tasks has always been our favorite in Windows 10. However, by default, there are no shortcut keys assigned to the Windows Calculator app. We can assign a combination of keys using which we can open the Calculator app from anywhere.
The method shared below will create a Calculator shortcut on your desktop and assign shortcut keys to it.
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Right-click on a blank space on the desktop, expand New from the context menu, and then click Shortcut.
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Now enter the following path in the location text field inside the Create Shortcut wizard, and then click Next.
C:\Windows\System32\calc.exe
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On the next screen, enter a name for the shortcut and click Finish.
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You will now see a Calculator icon on your desktop. Right-click it and then click Properties from the context menu.
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In the Properties window, click on the text field in front of the Shortcut Key under the Shortcut tab, and then press the shortcut keys which you wish to set.
In this example, we have set it to set Ctrl + Shift + C.
Assign shortcut keys When done, click Apply and Ok.
Now you can access the Windows Calculator simply by pressing the shortcut keys from anywhere within Windows, or through the shortcut icon on your desktop.
What Windows Calculator Offers
Unlike our physical calculators, the Windows Calculator consists of various other features that can be used for the user’s convenience. Let us see what some of these handy features are.
Upon launching the application, you will see a window such as the one shown below.
Apart from the basic calculations which can be performed from the keypad, the top bar consists of various features.
You can check the old calculations performed by clicking the clock-like icon on the top-right, or clicking on the middle button to keep the calculator always on top of other applications.
The Standard indicates that the calculator is currently in Standard mode, which can be changed by clicking on the three bars left of it.
Upon clicking the three bars, you are presented with a list of options to choose from. The calculator can be converted into the Scientific mode for more complex calculations, or into Graphical mode to plot graphs from equations. The Programmer mode can be used to convert values between decimals, hexadecimal, octanes, or binary.
Going further down the menu, the calculator also offers a range of different conversions for instant results.
These features indicate that this application can be extremely useful even when performing daily regular tasks.
If you do not like the Windows Calculator app, you can try these alternatives instead.
Closing words
The Windows Calculator is a handy application when it comes to solving complex mathematical equations and conversions. Rather than switching between devices for calculations, Microsoft offers a list of features within its application.
Windows Calculator can also be added to hotkeys for quick access from anywhere within Windows. If the application is missing or malfunctioning on your device, this article offers various fixes on different levels for you to troubleshoot.
How often do you use the calculator on your computer?
If you notice that the built-in Calculator app in Windows 11 or Windows 10 has suddenly gone missing or stops working, especially after a recent Windows update, it might seem like a complicated and confusing issue but it’s easy to bring it back and fix any issues it has.
In this guide, we will show you some workarounds and solutions you can try to restore the Calculator app and fix any problems with it on Windows 11 or 10.
How to fix Calculator app missing or not working
The Microsoft Calculator app comes pre-installed with your Windows 10 or 11 installation. You can open it by simply searching for it in the Start menu. You can also pin it to your taskbar or create a shortcut on your desktop so that you can quickly open it.
If the app suddenly disappears from all these places and you can’t even find it with Cortana, it could mean that it was accidentally uninstalled or it has become corrupted perhaps due to recent changes in your Windows system. Below are some methods to bring back the Calculator app and to fix any issues it might have.
Reset Calculator app in Windows 11 or 10
The first thing to try is to reset the Calculator app in Windows 10 or 11 entirely. By resetting the app, all of its settings will be reverted to its factory default, which may solve your Calculator app not working issue. Here’s how to reset it:
- Press Win+i to open the Settings app.
- Select Apps.
- From the left pane, select Apps & features.
- Now, on the right pane, scroll down and look for Calculator from the list of apps.
- Select it, then click on Advanced options.
- In the Calculator settings window, under Reset, click on the Reset button.
- Restart your PC.
After rebooting your computer, retry launching the Calculator app in Windows 10 or 11 again and see if your problem is fixed.
Reinstall Calculator app in Windows
If you can’t see the Calculator app from the list of apps or the above method doesn’t work to solve your Windows 10 or 11 Calculator app not working or missing issue, try reinstalling the Calculator app using Windows PowerShell. Here’s how to do it:
- Go to the Start menu or Cortana and search for Windows PowerShell. Right-click it and select Run as administrator.
- In PowerShell, type the following command:
Get-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WindowsCalculator
This command is to show the Windows 10 or 11 Calculator app package info. We need the package full name in order to remove the Calculator app. From what you see in PowerShell, copy the entire line of PackageFullName.
- Next, type the following command with your version of PackageFullName. Do not copy the following command. Only use the Remove-AppxPackage command with the package full name you copied earlier:
Remove-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsCalculator_10.1806.1821.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
After executing the command, the Windows 10 or 11 Calculator app should be uninstalled and removed from your PC entirely. Now, you will have to install it again from the Microsoft Store.
- Go to the Start menu. Search for Microsoft Store and open it.
- In the store, search for Windows Calculator. Select it and then click on the Get button to install the Windows 10 or 11 Calculator app. Alternatively, you can also try other Calculator apps developed by third parties by searching for “calculator” in the Microsoft Store.
This method should solve any issue with the Windows 10 or 11 Calculator app not working or missing problem.
Linked issue: Get-AppxPackage is Not Recognized or Access is Denied
Reinstall all Windows default apps
We do not recommend this method as it will also wipe all other default apps in Windows 10 or 11 and reinstall them. If you can’t get the PackageFullName to remove only the Calculator app as guided above, or the command above just doesn’t work, here’s a universal command to reinstall all default apps in Windows 10 or 11 at once.
Open Windows PowerShell with admin privileges as outlined above, and then enter the following command:
Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
The above command will reinstall all default apps, including the Calculator app, in Windows 10 or 11 for the current user account. If you want to reinstall all Windows apps for all accounts on your PC, run the following command instead:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
This method is known to be the most widely-used “fix all” option when users have issues with their Windows 10 or 11 default apps, such as the Calculator app not working or missing problem.
Все способы:
- Способ 1: Сброс параметров приложения
- Способ 2: Переустановка всех стандартных приложений
- Способ 3: Включение контроля учетных записей
- Способ 4: Запуск средства устранения неполадок
- Способ 5: Отключение Брандмауэра
- Способ 6: Использование утилиты SFC
- Способ 7: Установка последних обновлений Windows 10
- Способ 8: Переустановка Калькулятора
- Вопросы и ответы: 1
Калькулятор — стандартное приложение семейства операционных систем Виндовс, которое позволяет пользователям быстро производить расчеты разного уровня. С работоспособностью данной программы редко возникают какие-либо ошибки, однако если они появляются, большинство юзеров просто не знает, как с ними справиться, поскольку такая ситуация нетипична и сталкиваются с ней редко. Мы постараемся дать развернутый ответ по теме решения неполадки, описав все доступные варианты решения, взяв за пример последнюю версию Windows 10.
Читайте также: Поиск и открытие Калькулятора в Windows 10
Способ 1: Сброс параметров приложения
Начнем с самых простых и действенных методов, постепенно переходя к сложным и тем, которые реже оказываются эффективными в сложившейся ситуации. Первым на очереди выступит вариант, подразумевающий банальный сброс параметров приложения, что чаще всего помогает наладить его нормальное функционирование. Для этого пользователю потребуется выполнить всего несколько простых манипуляций.
- Откройте меню «Пуск» и перейдите в раздел «Параметры», кликнув по значку в виде шестеренки, который расположился на левой панели.
- Здесь вас интересует категория «Приложения».
- Дождитесь загрузки списка, опуститесь вниз и отыщите там «Калькулятор». Кликните по строке левой кнопкой мыши для открытия меню выбора.
- Щелкните по кликабельной надписи «Дополнительные параметры».
- Сначала нажмите по «Завершить», чтобы закончить все процессы, связанные с Калькулятором, а затем на «Сбросить» для обнуления настроек.
- Подтвердите сброс, повторно щелкнув по появившейся кнопке.
Сразу же после этого вы получите сообщение о том, что данные приложения сброшены и оно готово к повторному запуску. Произведите эту операцию, чтобы убедиться в нормализации функционирования Калькулятора. Если это не принесло никаких результатов, переходите к ознакомлению со следующими инструкциями.
Способ 2: Переустановка всех стандартных приложений
Этот метод предполагает выполнение всего двух шагов, однако времени займет больше предыдущего, поскольку используемая утилита будет переустанавливать все классические приложения операционной системы. Вы не потеряете личные данные, поэтому можете не бояться выполнять следующие действия. Однако стоит заметить, что сам процесс займет более пяти минут и во время этого не рекомендуется производить других манипуляций на компьютере. В первую очередь запустите консоль «PowerShell» от имени администратора. Проще всего это сделать через контекстное меню, кликнув ПКМ по «Пуск».
После этого остается только ввести команду Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register «$ ($ _. InstallLocation) AppXManifest.xml»} и нажать по клавише Enter. Сразу же начнется переустановка компонентов. Не закрывайте окно и дождитесь появления информации об успешном завершении процедуры.
По окончании переустановки переходите к открытию Калькулятора, проверив тем самым корректность его работы.
Способ 3: Включение контроля учетных записей
Опция контроля учетных записей в Виндовс предназначена для предотвращения внесения изменений программами без ведома администратора. Иногда пользователи отключают ее из-за определенных целей, что не благоприятно влияет на функционирование стандартных приложений из магазина Microsoft, к которым относится и рассматриваемое сегодня. Мы рекомендуем проверить опцию контроля и включить ее, если это потребуется.
- Откройте «Пуск» и через поиск отыщите приложение «Панель управления».
- Там выберите раздел «Центр безопасности и обслуживания».
- На левой панели кликните по надписи «Изменение параметров контроля учетных записей».
- Поднимите ползунок на одно или два значения вверх, если он находится в самом нижнем положении, а затем щелкните на «ОК» для применения изменений.
Если в будущем такие изменения не принесут положительного результата, вы можете точно таким же способом вернуть состояние опции контроля учетных записей пользователей в изначальное положение, чтобы не испытывать трудности с работоспособностью другого софта.
Способ 4: Запуск средства устранения неполадок
В Виндовс 10 имеется встроенное средство неполадок, позволяющее решить проблемы с работой установленных из магазина приложений. Мы рекомендуем запускать его только в том случае, когда вы уже выполнили приведенные выше рекомендации, поскольку оно само порекомендует сбросить данные Калькулятора или включить контроль учетных записей.
- Откройте меню Параметры уже знакомым способом и перейдите в раздел «Обновление и безопасность».
- Через левую панель переместитесь к категории «Устранение неполадок».
- Отыщите пункт «Приложения из Магазина Windows», щелкните по нему, а затем по появившейся кнопке «Запустить средство устранения неполадок».
- Ожидайте окончания сканирования. Эта операция не займет много времени.
- После этого на экране появятся рекомендации. Выполните их, чтобы решить возникшую неполадку, или просто следуйте отобразившимся инструкциям.
Способ 5: Отключение Брандмауэра
Мы переходим к методам, которые нечасто оказываются эффективными, но выполнить их стоит, если советы выше не принесли должного результата. Не всегда даже проверенные межсетевые экраны операционной системы функционируют должным образом. Иногда они мешают запуску доброжелательных программ, что может случиться и с Калькулятором. Проверить этот фактор можно только путем отключения брандмауэра. Что касается установленных сторонних межсетевых экранов, то на них детально останавливаться мы не будем, поскольку пользователь, установивший подобное решение, сам знает все об управлении им или способен прочесть официальную документацию. В случае со встроенным брандмауэром мы рекомендуем обратить внимание на отдельную инструкцию от другого нашего автора, перейдя по следующей ссылке.
Подробнее: Отключение брандмауэра в Windows 10
Способ 6: Использование утилиты SFC
Знакомая многим утилита SFC предназначена для проверки системы на ошибки, а также оперативного их исправления. Иногда такие системные сбои являются причиной отказа приложений запускаться, что может коснуться и Калькулятора. На нашем сайте имеется отдельный материал, где автор детально рассказывает о восстановлении файлов путем использования SFC и DISM, если это будет необходимо. Ознакомьтесь с ним и следуйте приведенному руководству, чтобы наладить работу ОС.
Подробнее: Использование и восстановление проверки целостности системных файлов в Windows 10
Способ 7: Установка последних обновлений Windows 10
Предпоследний вариант заключается в установке недостающих обновлений, ведь иногда разработчики выпускают важные изменения, влияющие на общую работу компьютера. Возможно, после установки всех недостающих апдейтов проблема с запуском Калькулятора решится сама собой. Более детально об этом читайте, кликнув по одной из следующих ссылок.
Подробнее:
Установка обновлений Windows 10
Устанавливаем обновления для Windows 10 вручную
Решаем проблему с загрузкой обновлений в Windows 10
Способ 8: Переустановка Калькулятора
Напоследок поговорим о самом радикальном способе — ручной переустановке рассматриваемого софта. Иногда она помогает справиться со сбоем, но мы не можем этого гарантировать. Производите следующие действия только в той ситуации, когда уже выполнили все семь описанных выше методов и те оказались безрезультатны.
- Откройте «Параметры», например, нажав по соответствующей кнопке в меню «Пуск».
- Перейдите в раздел «Приложения».
- Отыщите там «Калькулятор» и откройте его дополнительные параметры.
- Щелкните по «Удалить» и дождитесь полной деинсталляции ПО.
- Через поиск в «Пуск» отыщите «Microsoft Store» и запустите этот магазин.
- Найдите там страницу того самого классического калькулятора.
- Щелкните по кнопке «Get» («Получить»).
- По окончании инсталляции можете пробовать запустить приложение.
Существует альтернативный вариант удаления стандартного приложения, если рассмотренный только что вам по каким-то причинам не подходит.
Это была вся информация по восстановлению Калькулятора, которой мы хотели поделиться в рамках этого материала. Если проблемы наблюдаются сразу же после установки ОС, особенно нелицензионной, вполне возможно, что именно в этой сборке программа отказывается работать корректно. Остается только использовать сторонние аналоги или искать другую сборку операционной системы.
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Fix Windows 10 Calculator Missing or Disappeared: Windows 10 operating system comes with the latest version of Calculator which has replaced the classic Calculator. This new calculator has a clear user interface and several other features. There are programmers and scientific modes also available in this version of the Calculator app. Moreover, it also has a converter feature which supports length, energy, weight, angle, pressure, date, time and speed.
This new Calculator works smoothly in Windows 10, however, sometimes user reports the problem in launching Calculator app and encounter error. If you are facing any issues while launching Calculator in Windows 10, we will discuss two methods for resolving this problem – resetting the app to its default setting and reinstalling the app. You are recommended to use the first resetting method to check if it solves your problem. If you do not get success in your first step, then you can opt for the second method of uninstalling and installing the calculator app.
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Make sure to create a restore point just in case something goes wrong.
Method 1 – Reset the Calculator App in Windows 10
1.Press Windows Key + I to open Settings then click on System.
Note: You can also open Settings by using the Windows search bar.
2.Now from the left-hand menu click on Apps & Features.
3.In the list of all apps, you need to locate the Calculator app. Click on it to expand it and then click on Advanced options.
4.This will open Storage usage and App Reset page, from where you need to click on Reset option.
When the system prompts warning, you need to click on the Reset button again to confirm the changes. Once the process is done, you will notice a check sign on the screen. See if you’re able to fix Windows 10 Calculator Missing or Disappeared, if not then continue.
Method 2 – Uninstall & Reinstall the Calculator in Windows 10
One thing that you need to understand that you cannot uninstall the Windows 10 in-built Calculator like other apps. These in-built apps from the store cannot be uninstalled easily. You need to either use Windows PowerShell with admin access or any other third party software to uninstall these apps.
1.Type powershell in Windows Search bar then right-click on it and select Run as administrator.
Note: Or you can press Windows key + X and choose Windows PowerShell with admin rights.
2.Type below-given command in the elevated Windows PowerShell box and hit Enter:
Get-AppxPackage –AllUsers
3.Now in the list, you need to locate Microsoft.WindowsCalculator.
4.Once you find Windows Calculator, you need to copy the PackageFullName section of Windows Calculator. You need to select the entire name and simultaneously press Ctrl + C hotkey.
5.Now you need to type below-given command to uninstall the Calculator app:
Remove-AppxPackage PackageFullName
Note: Here you need to replace the PackageFullName with the copied PackageFullName of Calculator.
6.If the above commands fail then use the following command:
Get-AppxPackage *windowscalculator* | Remove-AppxPackage
7.Once the app is completely uninstalled from your device, you need to visit the Microsoft Windows Store to download & install the Windows Calculator app again.
Method 3 – Create Desktop Shortcut
The easiest way to search for the Calculator app is in Windows Search.
1.Search for Calculator app in Windows Search bar and then right-click on it and select Pin to taskbar option.
2.Once the shortcut is added to the Taskbar, you can easily drag & drop it to the desktop.
If this doesn’t work then you can easily create a desktop shortcut for Calculator app:
1.Right-click on an empty area on the desktop then select New and then click on Shortcut.
2.Click on the Browse button then browse to the following location:
3.Now browse to the Calculator application (calc.exe) under Windows folder:
C:\Windows\System32\calc.exe
4.Once the calculator location is open, click on Next button to continue.
5.Name the shortcut anything you like such as Calculator and click Finish.
6.You should now be able to access the Calculator app from the desktop itself.
Method 4 – Run System File Checker (SFC)
System File Checker is a utility in Microsoft Windows that scans and replaces the corrupted file with a cached copy of files that is present in a compressed folder in the Windows. To run SFC scan follow these steps.
1.Open the Start menu or press the Windows key.
2.Type CMD, right click on command prompt and select Run as Administrator.
3.Type sfc/scannow and press Enter to run the SFC scan.
4.Restart the computer to save changes and see if you’re able to fix Windows 10 Calculator Missing or Disappeared issue.
Method 5 – Run Windows Store Troubleshooter
1.Press Windows Key + I to open Settings then click on Update & Security.
2.From the left-hand menu select Troubleshoot.
3.Now from the right-window pane scroll down to the bottom and click on Windows Store Apps.
4.Next, click on “Run the troubleshooter” under Windows Store Apps.
5.Follow on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter.
Method 6 – Update Windows
1.Press Windows Key + I to open Settings then click on Update & Security.
2.From the left-hand side, menu click on Windows Update.
3.Now click on “Check for updates” button to check for any available updates.
4.If any updates are pending then click on Download & Install updates.
Hopefully, the above methods will fix Windows 10 Calculator Missing or Disappeared issue. Most of the users reported that they get this problem resolved by using any one of the above-given methods. Usually, resetting Calculator app fixes the common errors of this app. If the first method fails to fix Calculator missing problem, you can opt for the second method.
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If still, you are experiencing this problem, let me know the problem and error you are facing in the comment box. Sometimes depending on the device maintenance and operating system updates, solutions could be different. Therefore, you do not need to worry if the above methods do not help you to get this problem solved.
Among many applications on Windows, calculator is considered the oldest one. As with other applications, calculator receives a major update along with Windows update. Windows 10 users can enjoy different calculators ranging from the basic to the scientific ones. Unfortunately, Windows 10 calculator missing sometimes occurs which makes all its versatility useless.
The missing calculator can be troublesome, especially if you spend long hours in front of the computer. Picking your phone every time you need a calculator can take much of your time. For this reason, you need to fix the issue of missing calculator. Some solutions are available to resolve the problem. Let’s get to know more about calculator missing on Windows 10 below!
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Easy Solutions to Windows 10 Calculator Missing
You don’t need to call a professional technician to handle your missing calculator. The calculator missing error is a common problem that can occur to any of Windows users. There are some easy methods to bring the calculator back to its place. If you find a method doesn’t work well, continue with other solution as mentioned right here.
1. Update Windows
Running OS and application that is not updated can cause several problems. You may think the problems are not related to Windows update but they do. Since the calculator app is open source, there may be an issue because you miss the update. When you experience a calculator missing error, update your Windows and calculator application. The following steps will help you update the Windows and app:
- Go to Settings by pressing Windows key + I.
- You will see a number of Settings menus, click Update & Security.
- On your right side, the screen will display Windows update along with a check for updates button. Click the button to check if there is the latest update you need to download.
But when you see the notification saying that the Windows is up to date, there may be something wrong with the app. Update the calculator application by following these steps:
- Open Microsoft Store app, navigate to Downloads and updates on your right side.
- The screen will display a list of applications along with download icons. Scroll down to find calculator app and click the downward arrow to download the update. If you want to update all applications, click Update all.
- Check if your calculator application is now in place.
If you don’t see available update for calculator app, there may be another reason why the calculator is missing. Try other methods to bring it back.
2. Desktop shortcut
There are many things that cause the calculator app does not launch. When it occurs, you can make a shortcut on the desktop. Many users reported that this solution is effective to fix the problem. But you should note that creating a desktop shortcut can be done if you can find the application in Windows Search. There are several ways to make a desktop shortcut, but you can try the easiest way as follows.
- In your Windows search, type calculator.
- The suggested application will appear on your screen, then right-click. Choose Pin to taskbar.
- After you see the app on the taskbar, drag and drop to your desktop. Calculator desktop shortcut is now available.
But things are different if you cannot see the calculator. When the application is missing, there is another way to do it. Follow these steps to bring it back:
- Right-click anywhere on your desktop, move your pointer to New. Then, select Shortcut.
- Find the location of calculator app. If you have no idea where the location is, you can type this C:\Windows\System32\calc.exe. Click Next.
- Enter a name for the shortcut, then click Finish.
Now, the desktop shortcut has been made. You can easily access the calculator right from the desktop. This is much easier than searching the application in Windows search.
3. Troubleshoot
Another solution to get rid of calculator missing problem is by using the built-in Troubleshoot. This option can help you solve a number of issues related to the operating system and applications. To use the Troubleshoot option is really easy as long as you know what to do. The following steps will help you out.
- Press Windows key and letter I altogether to open Settings. Type ‘Troubleshoot’ in the search bar and open the app.
- Select the option that indicates you want to find and Fix the problem with Microsoft Store Apps.
- On the pop-up, checklist Apply repairs automatically then click Next.
- Reboot your computer and check if the calculator app is back.
Many users found that troubleshoot is a great solution to many OS and app issues. You have nothing to lose to try finding the calculator using this method.
4. Reset
If you have tried many methods but none of them works well, resetting the app can bring good news. The calculator missing error can be caused by corrupt files. To fix the issue, all you have to do is reset the application and fix the files.
- Press Windows key and letter I altogether to open Settings. Select Apps.
- Scroll down to find calculator, then click the app. Select Advanced options under the app name.
- Choose the Reset button and your computer will reboot to check the issue.
In short, Windows 10 calculator missing can be fixed through several methods. Take a pick and find out if the methods above work well for you. Now that you know the calculator missing issue is easy to solve, you have nothing to worry about.
Hashir Zuniga
I am a writer with a passion for technology. I specialize in writing about apps and reviewing the latest tech products. I have a strong understanding of how different apps and devices work, and I enjoy sharing that knowledge with others through my writing.