Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
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. Learn more. Note: Use these steps for Windows programs.
Repair an Office application - Microsoft Support
Right-click the Start button (lower-left corner) and select Apps and Features on the pop-up menu. Select the Microsoft 365 or Office product you want to repair and select Modify. Note: This will repair the entire Office suite even if it's just one application you want to repair such as Word or Excel.
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System Restore - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use System Restore in Windows.
Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
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.
Windows Recovery Environment - Microsoft Support
Learn about Windows RE, how to access it, and the different tools it offers.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
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. Learn more. Note: Use these steps for Windows programs.
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.
Reinstall Office or Microsoft 365 in your Office Pre-installed PC (for ...
Be sure you're connected to the Internet and then open any application, such as Word or Excel. In most cases, the Office or Microsoft 365 apps are activated once you start an application and after you click Accept to agree to the Microsoft Software License terms.
Applies To: Office 2024, Office 2021, Office 2019, Office 2016, Microsoft 365 for home
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files. When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, some Windows features may stop working correctly or Windows may stop responding altogether.
Fix issues by reinstalling the current version of Windows
Using this tool will reinstall the current version of Windows on your device. This tool preserves all your apps, documents, and settings. Make sure to keep your PC connected to a power source and the internet during reinstallation. The reinstall will take you to the Windows Update page in Settings.