Windows 10: Windows won't let me change new app location. Error 0x80070005

I recently did a reinstall of windows on my computer as the windows security had stopped working (it fixed the issue) and it messed with my windows apps. All of them said they needed reinstalled, so I went to go reinstall them.


I tried changing the location for "New apps will save too:" to my D: Drive, where they used to be saved, but I'm getting hit with "We couldn't set your default save location." (Error code 0x80070005)


I don't mind having to uninstall all my windows 10 apps from the Microsoft Store, I just want the situation fixed. Anyone have a solution?

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Can't Update Apps From Windows Store Error 0x80070005


Hi, please do this as a matter of routine:
From an admin command prompt
[Windows key + X, click command prompt (admin)]
chkdsk C: /F
Your PC will need to restart.
Make sure the result is clear or fixed- else do not proceed.
Post back the result, which you can get after a restart as follows:
How do I see the results of a CHKDSK that ran on boot? - Ask Leo!

Then re-register apps:
Apps - Reinstall and Re-register in Windows 8 and 10

For more ideas see these threads I found by searching for your error number.
Windows Store error 0x80070005 when using a different location to C:

Windows Store 0x80070005 Error when downloading new apps

Windows Store 0x80070005 Error, tried multiple fixes which didnt work

 

Error code 0x80070005

Hi,

To fix your concern, please click the link below and follow the suggested troubleshooting steps:

• Error 0x80070005 in Windows Update when you try to install updates

Let us know if you need further assistance.

 

Error code 0x80070005

Hello Sandra,

Provide us additional information to assist you better with this issue:

• What is the complete error message along with the error code of this issue?
• What exactly are you trying to perform prior to this issue?

I would like to inform that Error 0x80070005 is a Windows Update error.

If you are facing this issue while installing the Windows Updates, I suggest you to refer to the below Microsoft Support article, try the troubleshooting steps suggested and check if it helps.

Error 0x80070005 in Windows Update when you try to install updates


Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue and brief description about this issue for further assistance.

Thank you.