How to Move Microsoft Store Apps to Another Drive or Location
Learn how to move Microsoft Store apps to a different drive by using the Settings app or reinstalling them to your preferred location.
900 views
To move apps from the Microsoft Store, you essentially need to reinstall them in the new desired location due to system restrictions. Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & features, find the app you wish to move, click on it, and select Move if available. Note that not all apps offer the move option. For apps that don't, you may have to uninstall and then reinstall them to your preferred location by changing the default save location under Settings > System > Storage > Change where new content is saved.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I move all Microsoft Store apps to another drive? Not all Microsoft Store apps can be moved directly. Some apps allow moving via Settings > Apps > Apps & features, but others require uninstalling and reinstalling to a new location.
- How do I change the default save location for new apps in Windows? Go to Settings > System > Storage > Change where new content is saved, and select the preferred drive for new apps and content.
- Why can't I move some Microsoft Store apps? Some Microsoft Store apps are locked to the system drive due to system restrictions or app design, so they must be uninstalled and reinstalled to your desired location.