Windows 10: I'm not able to install apps/games to my C drive from Microsoft Store, how would I fix this?

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  1. I'm not able to install apps/games to my C drive from Microsoft Store, how would I fix this?


    I am on Windows 10. The C drive is my only drive, it is already set as the download location for new apps in my settings. This is what it looks like when I try to install an app. When I click 'Change defaults in settings', the Windows Store crashes.

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    Nathan Alan, Dec 14, 2023
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  2. Apps won't install in Microsoft Store

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    We understand your concern as you are unable to install apps in Microsoft Store. In order to get clarity and to assist you accordingly, please reply with the answers
    to the questions below:




    • Do you have any non-Microsoft antivirus program installed?

    • Does this issue occur for all apps from the store?
    • What is the date and time on the PC and ensure it is correct?



    Meanwhile,
    we would suggest you to perform these steps and after every step check if you are able to install the app.



    Step
    1:
    Reset the Windows Store Cache: Press the Windows
    Logo Key + R
    to open the Run
    dialog box, type wsreset.exe, and then select OK.



    Note:
    A blank Command Prompt window will open, and after about ten seconds the window will close and Microsoft Store will open automatically.



    Step 2: Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter: Select the
    Start button, and then select Settings>Update & Security
    > Troubleshoot, and then from the list select Windows
    Store apps
    > Run the troubleshooter.



    Step 3:
    Refer the troubleshooting steps and mentioned
    in this article: Fix
    problems with apps from Microsoft Store




    Step 4: If you have any non-Microsoft security/antivirus software installed, disable it temporarily and
    then try installing the game.



    Step 5: If the issue persists, then we would suggest you to create a new administrator user account and
    check, refer this article to create
    a local user or administrator account in Windows 10
    .



    Regards,

    Aditya Roy

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Aditya_Roy, Dec 14, 2023
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  3. Install Microsoft Store Game In Specific Folder

    Hi,

    I understand that you want to organize your Windows 10 storage location. However, the feature you're looking for is currently not possible. We suggest sending feedback to Microsoft using Feedback Hub app. You can visit this
    article to know more details about it.

    Moreover, you could always choose a preferred location from the Store settings, or move installed content to a different drive. In case you have the OS installed on an SSD and have a dedicated drive for games, the feature will make it more convenient to
    download games to a dedicated drive before initiating the download.

    You can follow the steps below on how to install Windows Store apps on a separate drive:

    1. Open Settings.
    2. Click on System.
    3. Click on Storage.
    4. Under "Save locations," and on "New apps will save to," select the new drive location.

    Once you completed the steps, new apps you download from the Windows Store will now install automatically in the new location.

    If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to get back to us.
     
    Michelle Vil, Dec 14, 2023
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    I'm not able to install apps/games to my C drive from Microsoft Store, how would I fix this?

    Games from App Store

    Hi,



    I suggest you to follow the steps below for the Windows store downloads.


    • Press Windows + E.

    • Click on This PC at the top left corner.

    • Click on C: Drive.

    • Click on Program files.

    • Click on Windows Apps.


    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Dec 14, 2023
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