When trying to open the Microsoft Store, you might get a prompt – You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store or We can’t open this ‘ms-windows-store’ link. This error message implies that Windows is unable to find the MS Store. In this post, we will go over all the potential solutions to resolve this Microsoft Store problem on Windows 11/10. So, if you are facing this issue, you have come to the right place.
You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store
OR
We can’t open this ‘ms-windows-store’ link
Your device needs a new app to open this link.
Fix You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store or We can’t open this ‘ms-windows-store’ link
If you see “You’ll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store” or “We can’t open this ‘ms-windows-store’ link” when opening MS Store, make sure that you have installed the latest Windows Updates and are signed in with your Microsoft Account. Now, create a System Restore Point and then follow the solutions mentioned below.
- Re-register the Microsoft Store apps
- Reset Microsoft Store cache
- Run Microsoft Store App Troubleshooter
- Reinstall the Microsoft Store
- Reset Microsoft Store via Settings
Now to fix this issue, proceed with the troubleshooting as follows:
1] Re-register the Microsoft Store apps
Re-register the Microsoft 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:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
Let the script run and then restart the system.
2] Reset Microsoft Store cache
Next up, we recommend you reset the Microsoft Store cache and see. Sometimes, the Microsoft 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 or the Run dialog (Win + R) box and restart the system.
Check if it resolves the issue.
3] Run Microsoft Store App Troubleshooter
Run Microsoft Store App Troubleshooter and see. The Microsoft Store Apps Troubleshooter for Windows 11/10 will scan your computer, identify the problems, and attempt to fix the issues automatically.
4] Reinstall the Microsoft Store
Reinstall the Microsoft Store and see. In an elevated PowerShell window, type the following and hit Enter:
PowerShell -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted -Command "& {$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore).InstallLocation + '\AppxManifest.xml' ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest}"
Or you may use our freeware 10AppsManager to uninstall and reinstall the Microsoft Store and see if that works for you.
5] Reset Microsoft Store via Settings
Reset Microsoft Store via Settings and see. Open Settings > Apps > Apps & features or Installed apps. Under Apps & features, using the Search this list bar, search for Microsoft Store. Now click on the three dots or the app and then click on the Advanced options link to open the following panel.
Click on Reset to reset the Microsoft 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 Microsoft Store Cache, and more with a click. You may want to download this handy tool.
Related reads:
- You’ll need a new app to open this ms-gamingoverlay
- You’ll need a new app to open this ms-get-started link.
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.
Read: Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80070483
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.
Also Read: Microsoft Store is not opening after reset [Fixed].
