Windows 10: Error code 0x80070003 when installing Minecraft Launcher

When installing the Minecraft Launcher, it says "Looks like something went wrong, the application could not be installed 0x80070003

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Minecraft Launcher download error message Code: 0x80070003

I am trying to reinstall the Minecraft Launcher but encountering an error.

"Something unexpected happened.

Reporting this problem will help us understand it better. You can wait a bit and try again or restart your device. That may help.

Code: 0x80070003"

I feel like I've tried everything but might have overlooked something. Need help.

 

a file system error when installing the Minecraft launcher: (-2143322101)

Thanks for reaching out! I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user like you.

Please try these steps:

Reset the Microsoft Store Cache

1. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
   
2. Type wsreset and hit Enter to reset the Microsoft Store cache.
   

Reset the Minecraft App

1. Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
   
2. Find the Minecraft Launcher app, click the three dots and select Advanced Options.
   
3. Click the Reset button to reset the Minecraft app.
   

Reinstall Minecraft from Microsoft Store

1. Uninstall any existing Minecraft installations from your PC.
   
2. Open the Microsoft Store and search for "Minecraft Launcher".
   
3. Install the latest version of the Minecraft Launcher from the store.
   

If none of these solutions work, you may need to check for any Windows updates and run the Microsoft Store Apps troubleshooter.

Please do let me know if the method I suggested works for you or if you need further assistance.

 

Minecraft for Windows incompatible with launcher, error code 0x80070490

I am trying to play minecraft for windows, and have the installer and launcher downloaded, but in the launcher for minecraft it says my launcher is incompatible. I click the link and it takes me to the microsoft store, but when I try to download the launcher through store an error occurs. When I go to the legacy launcher and try to install minecraft it gives me error code 0x80070490.