Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows. There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled.

In Windows 11, apps don't automatically get added to your desktop. Learn how to pin apps to your desktop or taskbar in Windows 11 or Windows 10.

Achieve more with AI in Windows. Windows is the first PC platform to provide centralized AI assistance. Learn More about Copilot on Windows. Turn ideas into art with Paint Cocreator. Turn on Live Captions. Add video filters with Studio Effects. Learn all about NPUs.

Microsoft support is here to help you with Microsoft products. Find how-to articles, videos, and training for Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Windows, Surface, and more.

To help protect your PC and keep it running smoothly, Microsoft recommends only installing apps from the Microsoft Store. You can choose where you can get apps from and if you want to see app recommendations when you try to install an app from outside of the Microsoft Store.

If you have a digital gift card that's good for a game or app, see Redeem a gift card or code to your Microsoft account. To buy an app or game, visit Microsoft Store online, on Windows and Xbox. If you bought your Microsoft software from a third-party website, you'll need to get download and product key info from them.

Use the Xbox mobile app, the Xbox Game Pass app, or the Microsoft Store on PC to remotely install games—so your games are ready when you are. Here’s how to get your console and Windows device ready for installations that you’ll be able to start from your phone or mobile device.

Learn how to activate Windows using a product key or digital license, check your activation status, and link your Microsoft account.

Use Remote Desktop on your Windows, Android, or iOS device to connect to a Windows 10 PC from afar. Here's how to set up your PC to allow remote connections and then connect to the PC you set up.

You can download Language Interface Packs (LIPs) from the Microsoft Download Center by using the links below. You can install LIPs over any edition of Windows, but they provide a translated version of only the most widely used dialog boxes, menu items, and help content.