Installing the latest printer driver can help fix printing issues, improve performance, and add new features. Microsoft recommends downloading and installing the latest printer driver for a printer. The recommended method to download, install, and update printer drivers is using Windows Update.

Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed. Note: Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store. Solution 1. Restart your PC. Solution 2. Repair or reset the app (if available) Note: Not all desktop apps support repair or reset options. Solution 3. Uninstall the app from Settings. Solution 4.

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.

To fix this issue, follow the instructions in the article Add or install a printer in Windows instead of using the manufacturer's installer. If the printer manufacturer has different guidance, follow the guidance from the printer manufacturer. An example ARM PC is Copilot+ PCs.

When you install, uninstall, or update a program on a Windows-based computer, you may receive one of the following error messages. The Windows Installer Service could not be accessed. Windows Installer Service couldn't be started. Could not start the Windows Installer service on Local Computer. Error 5: Access is denied.

For technical support, go to Contact Microsoft Support, enter your problem and select Get Help. If you still need help, select Contact Support to be routed to the best support option.

There are two ways to get apps from Microsoft Store: Select Start , and select Microsoft Store. From the taskbar, select the Microsoft Store icon.

Find solutions to common problems, or get help from a support agent.

Send Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files as Internet faxes.

Get the latest official drivers and firmware updates from Microsoft to ensure your Surface device runs at its peak performance.