Learn how to get older apps or programs to run on Windows 10 or Windows 11 by adjusting compatibility settings.

Learn how to download files from the web, change your default download location, and find files you've downloaded on your PC using Internet Explorer.

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11.

Run the troubleshooter: Select the Start button, and then select Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot, and then from the list select Windows Store apps > Run the troubleshooter.

Restart the Windows device by right-clicking on the Start menu and then selecting Shut down or sign out > Restart. After the Windows device restarts, Windows attempts to reinstall the driver for the device. If the driver doesn't reinstall, see one of the following sections in this article:

Here's how to download apps and games so you can get up and running right away. Open Microsoft Store. To get a game or app from Microsoft Store: To see more of any category, select Show all at the end of the row. Select the app or game you'd like to download, and then select Get.

Download the latest versions of Microsoft Store apps and games.

To remove the program, follow the instructions that appear on your screen. You may have to restart your computer. If the program that you want to remove is not listed in Programs and Features, you may be able to use the built-in program remover to remove the program. To do this, follow these steps: Click Start, and then click Computer.

Download and install the latest Bluetooth driver for Windows 10.

Here are a few different ways to find help for Windows. Search for help - Enter a question or keywords in the search box on the taskbar to find apps, files, settings, and get help from the web.