Windows 10: Microsoft Store stuck on "Starting Download..."

Discus and support Microsoft Store stuck on "Starting Download..." in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Like the title says. I've looked at a few other posts but nothing has worked so far. I have scanned for malware and viruses, tried troubleshooting it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/TSIFrosty, Apr 16, 2020.

  1. Microsoft Store stuck on "Starting Download..."


    Like the title says. I've looked at a few other posts but nothing has worked so far. I have scanned for malware and viruses, tried troubleshooting it and restarted my PC to see if anything went through. Just not sure what else to do to get it working again.

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    /u/TSIFrosty, Apr 16, 2020
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  2. John Vil Win User

    Windows Store App stuck downloading but when refreshed changes amount downloaded.

    Hi,

    One possible reason why your download is stuck may be due to a corrupted file. We suggest that you try the following steps below:

    Method 1: Sign out/sign in

    • Open the Windows Store app.
    • Click on the account logo in the upper-right corner of the app, then click on your account name.
    • Click on you account name in the new box, then click Sign out.
    • Click on the icon in the upper-right corner again, then click Sign in and choose your account name again.

    Method 2: Reset Windows Store cache

    • Click Start, then type wsreset and select wsreset.
    • When the Store app opens, see if your downloads are working.

    Let us know if you will need further assistance.
     
    John Vil, May 23, 2020
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  3. Eric Ber Win User
    Uninstalled apps stuck "installing" in Microsoft Store (MSN News)

    Hi Will,

    A corrupted Microsoft Store cache is one of the possible reasons why some apps are stuck in an "installing phase" when you try to uninstall them. We suggest that you try running the
    Windows App troubleshooter to troubleshoot the issue.

    If the issue persists, we suggest that you reset the Microsoft Store cache. You can follow the steps below to reset the Microsoft Store cache:

    • Press Windows + R keys to open the run
      command
      box.
    • Type WSReset, then try launching Microsoft Store and sign in.

    Should you need further assistance, don't hesitate to get back to us.
     
    Eric Ber, May 23, 2020
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  4. Microsoft Store stuck on "Starting Download..."

    Unable to install apps Stuck at Starting Download

    Hi,

    Thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    I suggest you to follow the methods below and check if it helps.

    Method 1

    I suggest you to run Windows Store Apps troubleshooter and check if it fixes the issues.
    Follow these steps to run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter:

    • Press Windows key + X on the keyboard.
    • Click on Control panel.
    • Type “Troubleshooting” without quotes in the Control panel search box.
    • Click on Troubleshooting and click on View all.
    • Click on Windows Store Apps troubleshooter and follow the on-screen instructions.
    Method 2

    You may try to reset the Windows Store cache and check. Follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows key + R to open run window.
    • Type wsreset.exe.
    • Press OK.
    Method 3

    Check if the Date, time and Time zone is set correct.

    Follow the steps to set the date and time:

    • Right Click on System Tray.
    • Click Adjust date and time button.
    • Click Change to save the date and time.
    Note: Click on the Time Zone tab to check the Time Zone.

    Also refer:

    Attempts to download apps from the Store are stuck at “Pending”

    Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Giridhar J, May 23, 2020
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