Как восстановить встроенные приложения в windows 10

Windows 10 comes with a number of built-in universal apps such as Start menu, Cortana, Microsoft Edge browser, Xbox, Microsoft store, photos, paint 3D, one-note, skype etc. These are default build-in apps that come pre-installed while installing upgrade to windows 10. Sometimes after a recent windows 10 upgrade, you may notice certain apps missing. Or after installing the latest updates, Apps does not perform properly, Crashes, or Not respond. Or for some others number of apps get broken and not work properly.

In Such Causes, we recommend resetting the app following the steps below.

• Press Windows + I keyboard shortcut to open the Settings app,
• Click on apps then Apps and features,
• Now select the problematic app and click on Advanced options
• Scroll down and click on the reset option,
• Click reset again to reset the app to its default setup.

But if the reset option didn’t fix the problem, Or apps missing after Windows 10 1903 Upgrade, Here is how to restore removed apps on windows 10

How To Re-register default Windows apps

You Can Re-install or Re-register Build-in Windows apps by performing some command line on Windows PowerShell. Here step by step guide to re-install a particular default app or all the default built-in apps on your Windows 10 computer using PowerShell commands.

Reinstall All Built-in Apps in Windows 10

To Re-install All Built-in Windows apps

1. Open the Windows PowerShell with administrative privileges.
2. You can do this by press win + X and select PowerShell ( admin ).
3. Now copy/paste the command below on PowerShell and hit the enter key to execute the same.

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

It then tries to install all of the default apps on Windows 10 for the account you are currently logged in to.  Or you can use the below command to Re-register Windows Apps for All Users :

Get-AppxPackage -Allusers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -register “$($_.InstallLocation)\appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode}

If one of the default apps is already installed on the computer, then you get shown the name of it in red. Simply Ignore the Red lines after complete the command Restart windows to get a fresh start. Now check apps related problems get resolved.

Reinstall a Specific Built-in App in Windows 10

If you Getting problems with any specific windows app and others working properly then no need to Re-register / Reinstall All apps by performing above command. Check the below commands to Re-register only a Specific windows app.

• Again open PowerShell (admin) by press Win + X and select.
• On the Administrator PowerShell prompt copy/paste command below and hit enter to execute the same.
• 3D Builder:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *3DBuilder*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Alarms & Clock:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsAlarms*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• App Connector:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *AppConnector*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Calculator:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsCalculator*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Calendar and Mail:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *windowscommunicationsapps*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Camera:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsCamera*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Candy Crush Soda Saga:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *CandyCrushSodaSaga*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Connect:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *PPIProjection*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Contact Support:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *ContactSupport*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Cortana:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Windows.Cortana*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Feedback Hub:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsFeedbackHub*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Get Office:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *MicrosoftOfficeHub*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Get Started:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *GetStarted*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Mail and Calendar:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *windowscommunicationsapps*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Maps:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsMaps*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Messaging:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Messaging*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Microsoft Edge:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *MicrosoftEdge*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Microsoft Solitaire Collection:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *MicrosoftSolitaireCollection*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Money:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *BingFinance*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Movies & TV:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *ZuneVideo*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• News:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *BingNews*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• OneNote:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Office.OneNote*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Paint 3D:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *MSPaint*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• People:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *People*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Phone:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *CommsPhone*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Phone Companion:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsPhone*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Photos:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Photos*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Settings:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *immersivecontrolpanel*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Skype:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *SkypeApp*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Sports:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *BingSports*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Sticky Notes:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *MicrosoftStickyNotes*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Microsoft Store:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *microsoftStore*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Sway:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Office.Sway*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Twitter:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *Twitter*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Voice Recorder:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *WindowsSoundRecorder*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Weather:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *BingWeather*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Xbox:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *XboxApp*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

• Xbox One SmartGlass:

PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command “& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage *XboxOneSmartGlass*).InstallLocation + ‘\AppxManifest.xml’ ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}”

Note: windows add new apps regularly. So may the app you are getting problem not listed above then you can follow the below steps to re-register the specific app.

On Admin PowerShell type Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers | Select Name, PackageFullName and hit the enter key. This will display available packages (for installation) on your computer. look for the App that you want to re-register (re-install) for the current user. ( for ex we want to re-install Skype app )

Here first copy the package name by select and press Ctrl + C and paste on notepad. ( for ex: Microsoft.SkypeApp_11.8.204.0_x64__kzf8qxf38zg5c ) and the perform command below.

Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\PackageFullName\appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode

Note: Replace the package name which you copied from PowerShell. This means the command would be like bellow

Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “C:\ProgramFiles\WindowsApps\Microsoft.SkypeApp_11.8.204.0_x64__kzf8qxf38zg5c\appxmanifest.xml” -DisableDevelopmentMode

Press enter and wait until executing the command, After that Restart windows and check the specific which you recently re-install working properly.

Reset your PC to its default settings

If the above solutions didn’t fix the problem then Reset this PC is probably a good fix that reinstalls Windows 10 without affecting your files and folder.

• Open Settings.
• Click on Update & Security.
• Click on Recovery.
• Under “Reset this PC,” click the Get Started button.

Select the Keep may files options. and follow on-screen instructions to reset Windows 10 Without effecting files.

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Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

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There are two types of people: those who use default apps on their Windows PC and those who don’t. That’s what I thought until I found that there’s a third category too. They are people who don’t even want these default apps on their computers. For those using Windows default apps, this post will cover six (6) ways to recover them if they ever go missing on your computer.

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Some Windows 10 users have reported that select default apps and programs previously present and functional on their PC were nowhere to be found. While it is common to encounter this issue after a recent OS update, it could also be —albeit rarely— caused by some other (unknown) factors.

So far, some of the default apps reported to have gone missing include Microsoft Edge, News, Microsoft Store, Mail, Calendar, and the Weather app. If you are encountering this issue of missing apps after a Windows 10 update, here are six ways to fix that and recover those apps.

Method 1: Delete/Disable God Mode

Windows has a hidden folder that gives advanced users access to the OS control panel and other nifty settings in one folder. Colloquially known as God Mode, the Windows Master Control Panel shortcut lets you do a lot of things. For example, you can use it to make your Win­dows 10 PC run faster, among other things.

Enabling God Mode can cause some default apps and programs to go missing on your computer. Some affected users have reported that simply deleting the God Mode folder on their PC resolved the missing default apps issue.

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If your default apps are missing and you have a God Mode folder on your computer, deleting it and restarting your device could help restore them. Otherwise, try method #2 below.

Method 2: Update Your Windows 10

The missing default app and program issue sometimes stem from a bug that accompanies the installation of certain Windows 10 versions. Simply updating your PC’s Windows 10 operating system could also fix this issue and restore any missing default apps.

Step 1: Hit the Windows logo + I short to launch the Windows Settings menu.

Step 2: Click ‘Update & Security’.

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If there are any updates available, there will be an Updates Available message in the updates section.

Important: Ensure your PC is connected to the internet before trying the Windows update.

Step 3: Tap the Download button to download and install updates on your PC.

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When the download and installation processes have been completed, your default apps should be restored. If, on the other hand, your OS is up-to-date and the default apps are still missing, try method below.

Method 3: Reinstall from Microsoft Store

If the missing default apps are just about one or two, and the methods above failed to restore them to your PC, you might want to reinstall them from the Microsoft Store manually. Simply type in the name of the app in the search box and tap the Get button to install on your computer.

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Method 4: Run Troubleshooter for Windows Store Apps

The Windows OS comes with a dedicated troubleshooter for fixing any issue with default or built-in apps on your computer. Running this troubleshooter could help diagnose, fix, and restore the missing default apps on your PC. Here’s how to go about it.

Step 1: Tap the Windows logo + I keys to launch the Windows Settings menu.

Step 2: In the Settings menu search box, type in Windows Store apps and tap the resulting option (i.e. ‘Find and fix problems with Windows Store Apps’).

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That launches the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.

Step 3: Tap Advanced.

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Step 4: Ensure the ‘Apply repairs automatically’ box is checked.

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Step 5: Now, tap Next to run the troubleshooter.

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If the missing apps aren’t restored, try the next method.

Method 5: Reinstall All Default Apps

If you cannot find all the built-in apps on your PC, you can use the Windows PowerShell to restore them all. This is a very easy and effective thing to do.

Step 1: Type in powershell in Windows search box. Right the Windows PowerShell app in the search result and run as administrator.

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Step 2: Type this command into the PowerShell window and tap the Enter.

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

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This command will commence installation of the Windows default apps on your computer. Restart your computer after that process completes.

Note: The Windows PowerShell will do the app reinstallation in the background, and it might take some minutes.

Method 6: Reset Your PC

Doing a full or partial reset of your Windows device could also help restore these default apps. This method should, however, be used as a last resort because you would lose all the third-party apps on your PC. If that wouldn’t be a problem, then go proceed to reset your computer. Here’s how to go about it.

Step 1: Tap the Windows logo key + I button on the keyboard to launch the Windows Settings menu.

Step 2: Tap ‘Update & Security’.

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Step 3: On the left menu, tap Recovery.

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Step 4: Under the ‘Reset this PC’ section, tap the Get started button.

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Note: On the next page, ensure you choose the ‘Keep my files’ option. That secures your data during the reset process.

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Go, Get Your Apps

If there are some default Windows app(s) that you cannot do without but for some reason can’t seem to find it on your computer, follow any of the methods above to get it back on your device.

Next up: Cannot see app icons on your Windows 10 taskbar? Are they invisible? Check out the article below for how to fix the issue and make icons visible on the taskbar.

Windows 10 comes with a bunch of apps that you may find useful, and a few you will probably never need. Unfortunately, Windows 10 doesn’t want you to uninstall Universal apps such as Money, Maps and People. But that doesn’t mean you can’t use a little ingenuity to delete them.

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First, though, think before you uninstall programs on Windows 10, as removing Bing News might cripple Cortana’s ability to deliver you stories, and removing Alarms and Clock might break the digital assistant’s ability to set reminders. If deleting an app creates such an unintended consequence, we’ve also got instructions for how to restore all apps.

Universal apps don’t take up much storage space, so remember that you’re removing them strictly to tidy the All Apps view in the start menu. Also, note that Contact Support, Cortana, Edge and Windows Feedback cannot be removed.

How to Uninstall Windows 10’s Built-in Apps

Before you uninstall or restore apps, make sure no other programs are running aside from Windows PowerShell.

1. Click the Cortana search field.

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2. Type ‘Powershell’ into the field.

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3. Right-click ‘Windows PowerShell.’ 

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4. Select Run as administrator.

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5. Click Yes. 

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6. Enter a command from the below list for the program you wish to uninstall.

Here are the list of commands:

3D Builder: Get-AppxPackage *3dbuilder* | Remove-AppxPackage

Alarms and Clock: Get-AppxPackage *windowsalarms* | Remove-AppxPackage

Calculator: Get-AppxPackage *windowscalculator* | Remove-AppxPackage

Calendar and Mail: Get-AppxPackage *windowscommunicationsapps* | Remove-AppxPackage

Camera: Get-AppxPackage *windowscamera* | Remove-AppxPackage

Get Office: Get-AppxPackage *officehub* | Remove-AppxPackage

Get Skype: Get-AppxPackage *skypeapp* | Remove-AppxPackage

Get Started: Get-AppxPackage *getstarted* | Remove-AppxPackage

Groove Music: Get-AppxPackage *zunemusic* | Remove-AppxPackage

Maps: Get-AppxPackage *windowsmaps* | Remove-AppxPackage

Microsoft Solitaire Collection: Get-AppxPackage *solitairecollection* | Remove-AppxPackage

Money: Get-AppxPackage *bingfinance* | Remove-AppxPackage

Movies & TV: Get-AppxPackage *zunevideo* | Remove-AppxPackage

News: Get-AppxPackage *bingnews* | Remove-AppxPackage

OneNote: Get-AppxPackage *onenote* | Remove-AppxPackage

People: Get-AppxPackage *people* | Remove-AppxPackage

Phone Companion: Get-AppxPackage *windowsphone* | Remove-AppxPackage

Photos: Get-AppxPackage *photos* | Remove-AppxPackage

Store: Get-AppxPackage *windowsstore* | Remove-AppxPackage

Sports: Get-AppxPackage *bingsports* | Remove-AppxPackage

Voice Recorder: Get-AppxPackage *soundrecorder* | Remove-AppxPackage

Weather: Get-AppxPackage *bingweather* | Remove-AppxPackage

Xbox: Get-AppxPackage *xboxapp* | Remove-AppxPackage

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7. Click Enter. Repeat steps 6 and 7 as necessary for the apps you want to remove. 

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You’ve deleted applications from Windows, and cleared them from the Start Menu!

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How to Restore Windows 10’s Built-in Apps

Remember, do not have any applications open other than Windows PowerShell.

1. Follow steps 1 through 5 in the previous walkthrough.

2. Type the below text and then hit Enter. 

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

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You’ve restored the apps you’ve deleted!

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Windows 10 Annoyances and Problems

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• Repair Windows 10
• Remove the Lock Screen
• Disable or Enable Grayscale Mode
• Set Compatibility Mode for Apps
• Access the BIOS on a Windows 10 PC
• Stop Windows Update from Automatically Restarting Your PC
• Turn Off App Notifications
• Fix a Slow-Opening Windows Downloads Folder
• Disable Personalized Ads on Microsoft Sites and Apps
• Stop Skype’s Annoying Auto Updates
• Fix a ‘Boot Configuration Data File is Missing’ Error
• Clear the Run Command’s History
• Disable Cortana
• Uninstall and Restore Built-in Apps
• Restore a Missing Battery Icon
• Fix a Boot Configuration File Error
• Get to the Advanced Startup Options Menu
• Delete a Locked File
• Restart without Rebooting
• Roll Back Windows 10 to an Earlier Version
• Disable Automatic Driver Downloads
• Disable Internet Explorer
• Pause Windows Updates for Up to 35 Days
• Use Battery Saver
• Downgrade to Windows 10 S
• Save Netflix Videos for Offline Viewing
• All Windows 10 Tips
• Worst Windows 10 Annoyances
• Disable Password Prompt on Wake