This is a hidden folder and cant be accessed even when you are logged in as an administrator.
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What is WindowsApps folder?
WindowsApps folder is a system folder where Windows installs UWP apps.
WindowsApps folder permissions only allow trusted installer service to make changes to the folder.
Allowing Microsoft Store apps limited access to the file system ensures overall security of the system.
Check outhow to run any process as system or TrustedInstaller in Windows
Where is WindowsApps folder located?
WindowsApps folder is located inC:\Program Files\folder.
It is hidden by default.
To gain access to the folder, you will need to take ownership of the folder.
Check out:What are user privileges in Windows?
The system drive size is one of the major reasons youd like to access and cleanup the folder.
We will discuss this in detail later.
Windows 10 comes with a slightly different way of showing hidden files.
From the same File Explorer ribbon, you oughta pick the View tab and then select show/hide option.
To gain complete access to the folder, you will need to take ownership of the folder.
This will grant you ownership of the folder with read/write permissions.
After doing these steps, you will be able to bring up the folder.
To launch the Windows Cleanup utility, press Windows key + R to launch the Run dialog.
This will open Disk cleanup.
snag the drive (should be the same where WindowsApps folder is located).
trigger the cleanup and try opening the faulty Windows app again.
you might also use CCleaner for WindowsApps folder cleanup.
Next, it’s possible for you to also use Windows Troubleshooter to troubleshoot UWP apps issues.
Native Windows apps are installed in the Program Files folder by default.
But most of the time, the user has the option to change the default installation folder.
By following this naming convention, you might easily identify which folder belongs to a specific app.
Since this is a system folder, changing something can result in a disaster.
So its advisable not to touch this folder until you have no other way left.
Why do you want to launch the WindowsApp folder?
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