How to Repair Broken Apps and Programs in Windows 11

You may often face issues with the apps on your Windows 11, like it may keep crashing. Such issues are the result of broken apps and programs. So what causes this issue? You are likely to face issues due to broken apps and programs when the program was incorrectly installed, updated, messed with the app, or due to corrupted files. 

Is there any way to fix this issue? Yes, some troubleshooting methods can be followed to fix this issue, and if you have been looking for it, then you are at the right place. This article will list some methods to help fix broken apps and programs in Windows 11. 

Fix Broken Apps and Programs in Windows 11

Given below are various troubleshooting steps to help fix broken apps and programs in Windows 11-

1. Through Windows Settings

This is the most basic way to fix issues regarding broken apps and programs in Windows 11. You can continue this method if the problematic app is installed from the Microsoft Store. To fix broken apps in Windows 11 using the Settings app, follow the steps given below-

1. Open the Settings app by pressing Windows + I keyboard shortcut. 
2. Under the Apps section, click on Installed Apps. 
3. From the list that opens up, look for the problematic app. Click on the three dots next to it and then click on Advanced Options.
4. Here, under the Reset section, click on the Repair button.
5. Once done, the issue should most probably be fixed. 

2. Through Control Panel 

Another way to fix broken apps and programs is through the Control Panel. You can use this method for those apps installed outside the Microsoft Store. Given below are the steps to do so-

1. Go to Start Menu and search for and open Control Panel.
2. Under the Programs section, click on Uninstalled a Program.
3. Search for the app you are facing the problem with. Now select the app and click on the Change > Repair option.
4. Now follow the on-screen instructions to repair the app or program.

3. Through Command Prompt

Lastly, You can also use Command Prompt to fix this issue. Follow the steps given below to fix this problem.

1. Press Windows + X key combo and click on Windows Terminal (Admin).
2. Now, execute the following command-

   • get-wmiobject Win32_Product | Format-Table IdentifyingNumber, Name, LocalPackage -AutoSize

3. You will get to know the GUID of all the apps installed on your PC. Look out for the GUID of the problematic app and copy it. 
4. Now, press the Windows key, search for CMD and run it with administrative privileges. 
5. Here, type and execute the following command-

   • MSIExec.exe /fa {GUID}

   • Note- Here, replace GUID with the actual GUID that you copied previously.
6. On the pop-up window, select the option for Automatically close applications and attempt to restart them after setup is complete and then click on OK.
7. This will repair the app, and you should no longer face the issue with it. 

Final Words

If you have been facing problems with the apps installed on your device, it may be because they are broken. If you have been looking for troubleshooting methods to fix broken apps and programs in Windows 11, then you can follow the steps mentioned above. In this article, we have listed various ways to repair/fix broken apps. 

FAQ

Why are some apps not working in Windows 11?

Many apps used to work fine with Windows 10 but are not very compatible with Windows 11. The developers will need some time to develop Windows 11-compatible apps. Moreover, many times such issues may also arise due to broken apps. 

How do I repair apps that are broken in Windows 11?

We have listed various ways to repair broken apps in Windows 11, so you can follow them to fix the issue. 

Why are apps crashing in Windows 11?

You may face app crashing issues in Windows 11, such as low storage, slow internet, outdated apps, and various others.