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  1. CROSSN8_
    CrossN8_ Win User

    "Unlocked" windowsapps folder and want to reverse it now.


    Hey, I unlocked the windowsapps folder and want to reverse it, because its supposed to protect my PC from viruses. At least that's what I think it does And now I want to reverse it, but couldn't find a way, except to reinstall windows or load a restore point idk if it's called that. I tried to load one but found out that I got some reason don't have any. So thanks in advance.

    :)
     
    CrossN8_, Jun 10, 2024
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  2. MURPH_434
    Murph_434 Win User

    WindowsApp Folder

    It is already installed. In accordance with your suggestion, I have created a folder for it under Program Files and moved it there. Thanks. I would still be interested in understanding why I cannot get access to the WindowsApps folder, even after following all the steps I can follow online. Any insights please?
     
    Murph_434, Jun 10, 2024
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  3. S.CLORIS
    S.cloris Win User
    WindowsApps folder says permissions are corrupted and need to be deleted, is this normal or critical?

    According to your description, I suggest you try the following steps:

    1. Navigate to the location C:\Program Files.
    2. Right-click on the WindowsApps folder, and select Properties.
    3. Turn to Security tab and click on Advanced.
    4. Click on Change and then type Users in Enter the object name to select area.
    5. Click on OK, then click Apply > OK. You can also add the TrustedInstaller to the users list and check if it takes effect.

    However, you might be still not able to access the files. The workaround is to go inside the C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\, and repeat the same way with the Microsoft.WindowsStore* folders.
     
    S.cloris, Jun 10, 2024
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  4. CALLENDER
    Callender Win User

    "Unlocked" windowsapps folder and want to reverse it now.

    Callender, Jun 10, 2024
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