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The interesting part about the error is that you can’t update or download any app unless you open Windows Store. This error might appear if some Windows Store application files are corrupted or missing. Before you begin, make sure that you have installed the latest Windows Updates and are signed in with your Microsoft Account. Also, create a System Restore Point first. Now to fix this issue, proceed with the troubleshooting as follows:
1] Re-register the Windows Store apps
Re-register the Windows Store apps and see. Type’ PowerShell in Start Search, right-click on the Windows Powershell that appears in the results and select Run as administrator. You can also Windows Terminal from the Power Menu (Win + X). Now enter the following script in the Powershell window and hit Enter: Let the script run and then restart the system.
2] Reset Windows Store cache
Reset Windows Store cache and see. Sometimes, the Windows Store cache could create issues, and we might need to reset it. To do this, press Win+X and click on Command Prompt (Admin) or Windows Terminal (Admin) Run the command WSReset.exe in an elevated command prompt window and restart the system. Check if it resolves the issue.
3] Run Windows Store App Troubleshooter
Run Windows Store App Troubleshooter and see. The Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter for Windows 10 will scan your computer, identify the problems and attempt to fix the issues automatically.
4] Reinstall the Windows Store
Reinstall the Windows Store and see. In an elevated PowerShell window, type the following and hit Enter: Or you may use our freeware 10AppsManager to uninstall and reinstall the Windows Store and see if that works for you.
5] Reset Windows Store via Settings
Reset Windows Store via Settings and see. Open Settings > Apps > Apps & features. Under Apps & features, using the Search this list bar, search for Windows Store. Now click on the Advanced options link to open the following panel.
Click on Reset to reset the Windows Store. Restart your computer and see if it has helped. Incidentally, our freeware FixWin lets you run System File Checker, Repair Windows System Image, Reset Windows Store Cache, and more with a click. You may want to download this handy tool. Related reads:
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What can I do if how do you want to open this file pops up?
You will need to select a program that can open the file for which the menu appears. This pop-up shows up in two conditions. When a file type is not associated with a program, and you try to open it. Or when you want to open it with another program instead of the default program. The latter comes in handy when you open it with your favorite program, e.g., PikPic instead of MS Paint.
How do you fix always ask before opening this type of file?
Press Shift + Right-click on a file, and then select Open With. It will open the app selection list. Here you can select any app to open the file but ensure it is not set as the default app. However, this may not be for every file type, especially common files such as images as Windows will use the built-in app as the default app if you choose to change it.
