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.

Right-click the app, select More, and then select Open file location.This opens the location where the shortcut to the app is saved. If there isn't an option for Open file location, it means the app can't run at startup.

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While you’re playing a game, press the Windows logo key + G to open Game Bar.

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Repair programs in Control Panel. Select the Advanced options link under the name of the app (some apps don't have this option). On the page that opens, select Repair if it's available.If it isn't available or doesn't fix the problem, select Reset.

Turn your PC off completely. To shut down, select Start and then select Power > Shut down.. Sleep. Sleep uses very little power, your PC starts up faster, and you’re instantly back to where you left off.

Safe mode starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services to help troubleshoot issues. If a problem doesn't reappear when you start your PC in safe mode, you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers and services as possible causes.

Press the Xbox button to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system.; Select your Xbox profile (or select Choose a profile and sign in to your account).; Select My profile > Customize profile, and then select your current gamertag.; Under Choose your new gamertag, enter the gamertag that you want in the available text box, and then select Check availability.

The Xbox Series X console comes with a 2-meter Ultra High Speed HDMI cable that supports HDMI 2.1 features, including 4K gaming at 120Hz. Be sure to position your console within 2 meters of your TV so this cable will reach.