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.

You may experience playback problems while using Windows Media Player, such as stuttering, freezing, skipping, lagging, or no sound. These problems may affect the whole file or only certain parts of it.

This article explains how to repair apps and programs in Windows 10 and use Settings to fix common app issues without reinstalling. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Apps & features. Select the app you want to fix. Select Advanced options under the name of the app (some apps don't have this option).

To find out if an app or program is installed in Windows, select Start > Settings > Apps.

Learn how to change default apps and protocol handlers in Windows, including an example about how to configure the default browser.

Fixes a problem in which the “Set Program Access and Computer Defaults” settings in Media Player may not function as expected.

Make sure that your app works with Windows 11. For more info, see Your app doesn't work with Windows. Update Microsoft Store. Select Start, then from the apps list, select Microsoft Store. In Microsoft Store, select Library > Get updates. If an update for Microsoft Store is available, it will start installing automatically. Troubleshoot games.

Play music and video in more formats and stream it to more places with Windows Media Player 12.

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

To get support for PC and handheld game installation and launching issues, follow our solutions below. Note Windows 10 22H2 or newer is required for some features to work properly within the Xbox app and Game Bar. You can check your version of Windows in Settings > System > About > Windows Specifications > Version. Check the Xbox status page.