Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
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. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Startup Repair - Microsoft Support
Startup Repair is a Windows recovery tool that can fix certain system problems that might prevent Windows from starting. It scans your computer for the problem and then tries to fix it so your computer can start correctly.
Fix gaming issues with the Xbox app for Windows
Learn how to troubleshoot problems installing or running games from the Xbox app for PC.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.
Repair apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
You can repair some apps and programs if they're not running correctly. Note that you won't see repair, change, or modify options for all apps and programs. Repair options from the Settings page. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps. Select the More icon next to the app you want to fix.
Configure Startup Applications in Windows - Microsoft Support
Depending on how the applications are installed and registered in Windows, there are different ways to configure their startup behavior: Expand each section to learn more. Fix the error: We couldn’t find this app.
Copilot troubleshooters - Microsoft Support
Get Help has troubleshooters for Copilot you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Start to run that troubleshooter.
How to troubleshoot Windows Installer errors - Microsoft Support
Click Start , type msconfig in the Search box, and then click msconfig.exe. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password, or provide confirmation. On the General tab, click Normal startup, click OK, and then click Restart.
Protect your PC from potentially unwanted applications
To configure potentially unwanted app blocking go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > App & browser control > Reputation-based protection settings. There you'll find a control that lets you turn potentially unwanted app blocking off, and select if you want to block apps, downloads, or both.