Users often face issues with the Microsoft Store, such as a malfunctioning search bar, unexpected closures, and various errors. These problems typically arise from corrupted cache data.
Resetting the Microsoft Store is an effective solution, as it clears both the cache and data. In this article, we’ll outline the simplest methods to clear and reset the Microsoft Store cache in Windows 11.
1. Clear Cache & Reset Microsoft Store via Settings
You can use the Settings app in Windows 11 to clear and reset the Microsoft Store. Follow these straightforward steps:
1. Click the Start button and select Settings.
2. In the Settings app, click on Apps.
3. Select Apps & Features from the options on the right.
4. Find the Microsoft Store in the list, click the three dots next to it, and choose Advanced options.
5. On the next screen, click the Reset button.
6. Confirm by clicking the Reset button again in the prompt.
2. Clear Microsoft Store Cache Using Command Prompt
You can also clear the Microsoft Store cache through the Command Prompt. Here’s how:
1. Open the Search bar in Windows 11, type Command Prompt, right-click it, and select Run as administrator.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type `WSReset.exe` and press Enter.
3. Clear Microsoft Store Cache via File Explorer
Another method is to use File Explorer to clear the cache. Here’s what to do:
1. Open File Explorer (This PC) on Windows 11.
2. Navigate to the following path:
`C:\Windows\System32`
3. In the System32 folder, locate and double-click the WSReset executable file.
4. Clear Microsoft Store Cache Using the RUN Command
You can also run the WSReset tool from the RUN dialog box. Here’s how:
1. Press Windows Key + R on your keyboard to open the RUN dialog.
2. Type `wsreset.exe` and hit Enter.
This will launch the WSReset tool from the System32 folder and reset the Microsoft Store cache.
Resetting the Microsoft Store will also clear its cache and data, so you may need to sign in with your Microsoft account again to download apps from the Microsoft Store. Learn More
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