Error message: Windows store cache damaged - you can do that

The Windows 10 operating system can cause problems with apps from time to time. If you get the message "The Windows store cache may be damaged", you will find the solution to this problem with us.

Windows Store cache corrupted: Settings troubleshooting

From version 1703, Windows 10 offers the option to reset the store via the settings.

• In the start menu, first look for "Settings". Then select the "Apps" item in the settings.
• Scroll down to "Microsoft Store" in the app list, click the icon once and select "Advanced Options".
• Now click on "Reset" in the new window. After that, the store should work smoothly again.

Windows 10: Reset via tool

Another way of troubleshooting is with a short command from the command line.

• Type cmd in the Start menu on your computer to search for the command prompt.
• In the search result, right-click on the command prompt to open the context menu. Select the "Run as administrator" option here.
• If the console is open, just enter the "wsreset" command and confirm the entry.
• The Windows Store is now reset and then starts automatically.