Windows 10. To find downloads on your PC: Select File Explorer from the taskbar, or press the Windows logo key + E. Under Quick access, select Downloads. Note: If necessary, go to the View tab, select Navigation pane, and ensure that Navigation pane is checked.

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.

We recommend you use Microsoft Edge for a faster, more secure and more modern web browsing experience. Get started with Microsoft Edge. There are several types of files you can download from the web—documents, pictures, videos, apps, extensions and toolbars for your browser, among others.

If you're having trouble finding or using Xbox content you’ve already downloaded and used on your Windows 10/11 device, there are several possible causes: There might be a temporary problem with the Xbox service. You're not signed in to the Xbox network, or there's a problem with your Xbox network connection.

Open the Store app. See the “Buy and install” section for more info on how to find the app. Select Library, and then use the Sort and filter dropdown to include games installed and not installed to your device. When there’s a game or app that can be installed, you’ll see a download icon next to it.

On Windows 10, select Update & Security. On Windows 11, select Windows Update. On the Windows Update page, select Check for updates to see if any updates are available for your device. Once the updates have downloaded, select Install now to start the installation.

Driver updates for Windows, along with many devices, such as network adapters, monitors, printers, and video cards, are automatically downloaded and installed through Windows Update.

Most software that you buy directly from Microsoft, like Office, Windows, and Xbox games, comes as a digital download that you can download, install, or reinstall. After you purchase software, the download will be shown in your Order history.

If installation doesn't start automatically, browse the disc to find the program setup file, usually called Setup.exe or Install.exe. Open the file to start installation. Insert the disc into your PC, and then follow the instructions on your screen.

You can use installation media (a USB flash drive or DVD) to install a new copy of Windows, perform a clean installation, or reinstall Windows. To create installation media, go to the software download website, where you'll find step-by-step instructions.