Windows 10: Uninstalling Windows apps does not delete files

Discus and support Uninstalling Windows apps does not delete files in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I uninstalled several Windows apps and the files are still in WindowsApps folder, is there some reason why they were not deleted? I do know that if you... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by rdwray, Oct 10, 2020.

  1. RDWRAY
    rdwray Win User

    Uninstalling Windows apps does not delete files


    I uninstalled several Windows apps and the files are still in WindowsApps folder, is there some reason why they were not deleted? I do know that if you delete "Microsoft.Advertising.Xaml_10.1808.3.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe" BingNews will stop working.

    :)
     
    rdwray, Oct 10, 2020
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  2. ANUSHA
    Anusha Win User

    C windows installer folder - Delete?

    He can do symbolic link redirection and move the files in it to a different location. *Wink Uninstalling Windows apps does not delete files ;)
    Better try it out in a virtual of first. Just a suggestion.

    Like:
    First move everything in c:\windows\installer to d:\installercache
    Then delete c:\windows\installer folder
    Then type this in command mode as admin
    mklink /d c:\windows\installer d:\installercache

    Removing those installer files is a bad idea. it might prevent you from updating or uninstalling apps.
     
    Anusha, Oct 10, 2020
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  3. MICHELLE VIL
    Michelle Vil Win User
    Uninstalling app where files have been deleted

    Hello Hazel,

    File corruption is one of the possible reasons why you're having issue reinstalling this app. For us to isolate and assist you better with this, kindly answer the following questions:

    • Just to clarify, are the files you've deleted is saved in this specific app?
    • Can you tell us the reason why you were advised to delete the files and reinstall the app?
    • Are you only experiencing this issue with this app?
    • Can you also tell us the steps on how you uninstall this app?
    • What is the exact error message when you attempt to reinstall it?
    • Any troubleshooting steps you've tried so far?

    We look forward to you reply.
     
    Michelle Vil, Oct 10, 2020
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  4. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    Uninstalling Windows apps does not delete files

    How to uninstall an app on Windows 10 from outside source?

    Hi,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft community.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to uninstall the app from c folder and check if it helps.

    • Press “Windows+E” and go to “This PC”.
    • Then click on “C” drive and go to program files.
    • Now check for the app which you want to uninstall / delete and delete it.
    • Then go to “control panel” and click on “program and features”.
    • There check whether the app is present, if it is there I suggest you to uninstall it and check.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Oct 10, 2020
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