Learn how to find and install digital downloads from Microsoft Store. See instructions to download and install software directly purchased from Microsoft.

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.

Learn how to reinstall Windows on your PC and how activation works after it's installed.

There are a number of possible explanations for why verification codes don't always arrive. Read through the list of the most common causes, and see if any of them apply to you, or use our troubleshooter to help guide you.

Learn how to troubleshoot Windows activation errors. Browse common activation errors and learn what you can do to fix them.

Use the Windows Quick Assist app to get help with a computer problem from family or friends or help them out. Quick Assist uses a remote connection, so remember to only use it with people you trust, since they can see your computer screen or control your PC (if you allow it).

Learn how to troubleshoot when the camera is not working in Windows or you see errors 0xA00F4244 or 0x200F4244.

Learn how to download, install, and configure additional language packs for your version of Windows.

Learn about the recovery options in Windows. Find out how to reset your PC, go back to a previous version of Windows, or use media to reinstall Windows.

Learn how to troubleshoot and use the clipboard in Windows to paste multiple items, pin items, and sync your clipboard to the cloud.