Fix: Microsoft Store Missing From Apps And Features In Windows 10

The other day, the Microsoft Store on my Windows 10 laptop was not opening. After multiple failed attempts, I decided to reset or repair the Microsoft Store app via the Settings app, hoping it would resolve the issue.

When I navigated to Windows 10 Settings > Apps > Apps and features page, I was surprised that the Microsoft Store entry was missing from the installed apps list. I tried the search function on the same page to make sure that I was not missing it.

Why is Microsoft Store not showing up on the Apps and features page?

If you are also not able to find the Microsoft Store entry in the Settings > Apps > Apps and features page on your Windows 10 computer, worry not! The Microsoft Store and a few more apps no longer appear in the Apps and features page of Settings because they have been moved to a new place.

Yes, the Microsoft Store app, Game Bar, Get Help, Phone Link, Tips, and Mixed Reality Portal apps have been moved from the Apps and features page to the System components page. Here is how to access them.

Access the Microsoft Store in the Windows 10 Settings app

Method 1 of 2

Step 1: Open the Windows 10 Settings page. Navigate to System > System components page.

Step 2: The System components page shows all system apps, including Microsoft Store.

You can click on the Microsoft Store entry to see the Advanced options link, which offers options to reset and repair the Store app.

Method 2 of 2

Step 1: Open the Settings app and go to Apps > Apps and features page.

Step 2: Scroll down the page to see the Related settings section. Here, click the System components link. Click on the same.

Step 3: Microsoft Store, Phone Link, and many other system apps can be found on the System components page. Click on the Microsoft Store or any other app’s entry to see the link to open the Advanced options link.