Windows 10: Powershell can't run appx commands

So a few windows processes are hogging up all my memory and cpu such as the gaming services which I never use I do play Minecraft java But I doubt it uses gaming services. So I wanted to get rid of those. I tried running some appx commands which were given on the forum And this is what I getIn the recent past I have tried to run some debloat scripts it also shows the same error. Same for any appx commands.I use windows 10 it looks like 7 because of aerolite theme.

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PowerShell instead of Commandline in Creators Update

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Error on running PowerShell commands

Hi Micah,

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Provide us with the below details for better clarity on the issue.

1. Are you trying any command or a script on the PowerShell?

2. Do you get the error on typing the command or after hitting Enter?

I suggest you to try running the Windows PowerShell as an Admin and check if the issue persists. Right click on the launch file and select
Run as Administrator to check if it helps.

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Uninstall Photo app by using Powershell command

Hi Lorraine,

Thank you for posting your response.

I apologize for the miscommunication. Follow the steps below and check if that helps.

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  1. Open the Start menu, type Windows PowerShell in the search bar.
  
  2. Right click on the Windows PowerShell and select Run as administrator.
  
  3. Enter the below command to uninstall the Photo app.
  
  • 
    get-appxpackage *Microsoft.Windows.Photos* | remove-appxpackage ( check the spacing)
    

After performing the above steps, install the Photo app from the Windows store.

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

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