How To Use Windows Package Manager On Windows 11

If you ever used a Linux system before, you are likely familiar with the command line interface that allows you to access a digital archive and install applications on your pc. But did you know that Windows now has its own version of this feature? It’s called the Windows Package Manager or Winget, and it is designed for developers and power users who are comfortable using the Terminal. With just a few commands, you can use this tool to easily install apps from Microsoft’s repository and Store, making it a powerful tool for customizing your Windows 11 experience.

In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to use Windows Package Manager on Windows 11. So, let’s dive in and explore how this powerful tool can simplify your application management process.

But first, take a look at how can you enable or install Windows Package Manager on your Windows 11 PC.

How To Install Windows Package Manager

Windows Package Manager or Winget is a useful tool that comes pre-installed on Windows 10, version 1809, and later versions. If you’re not sure whether it’s already present on your computer, don’t worry – you can quickly check and download it by following some easy steps. Read on to learn how to do it.

• Click on the Search icon from the Taskbar and type ‘command’ and then open the Command Prompt by clicking on Run as administrator.

• Type winget and press the Enter key to check whether Windows Package Manager already exists on your PC.
• If the Windows Package Manager is already installed on your computer, you will be able to view a range of additional Winget commands, which means you are all set to start using it.

Alternatively, if the Windows Package Manager is not already present on your PC, you can obtain it by clicking on the download button provided below.

Download Windows Package Manager

How To Use Windows Package Manager On Windows 11

The Windows Package Manager provides a convenient way to download and install various applications from Microsoft Store and Microsoft’s online archive. In addition, it also allows you to update and uninstall apps with ease. Here is how you can do it:

1. Install Apps Using Winget

• Click on the Search icon from the Taskbar and type ‘command’ and then open the Command Prompt by clicking on Run as administrator.
• Type ‘winget search (name)’ command and press the enter key to check the particular app to download. Replace the “(name)” part with the name of the app you want to download. I am looking for Brave Browser.

• Search for and copy the Id of the application that you would like to install from the collection of apps that appears.
• Type ‘winget install (Id)’ command to install the application. Replace the “(Id)” part with the Id of the app you want to download. In my case, it is ‘Brave’

Following your completion of the aforementioned stages, Windows Package Manager (winget) will start the installation procedure. To continue with the installations if a User Account Control (UAC) prompt appears on your screen, select Yes.

2. Update Applications Via Winget

Windows Package Manager provides users with a convenient and efficient method to locate and update outdated applications on their PCs. However, it is important to note that the software you wish to update must be accessible on Microsoft’s repository for this feature to work. Here is what you need to do:

• Click on the Search icon from the Taskbar and type ‘command’ and then open the Command Prompt by clicking on Run as administrator.
• Type ‘winget upgrade’ command and press the enter key to allow winget to scan for any outdated apps that may be present on your computer, then hit the Enter

• Scan the list of apps that appears and locate the application you wish to update, then copy the Id of that application.
• Type ‘winget upgrade (Id)’ command to upgrade the application.
• Now, you need to replace the (Id) section of the command with the app’s Id you just copied.

You can update all the apps installed on your system at once by entering the following command in the command prompt window and hitting the enter key: winget upgrade — all

3. Uninstall or Delete Apps using Winget

If you wish to remove apps from your Windows 11 computer, you can do so swiftly with the aid of the Windows Package Manager. Here is what you need to do:

• Click on the Search icon from the Taskbar and type ‘command’ and then open the Command Prompt by clicking on Run as administrator.
• Enter the following command into the and press Enter to allow winget to search for all the applications installed on your PC: winget list

• In case the app you are searching for is not visible, you can utilize this command to filter through your installed apps: winget list –name (name).
• To make use of this command, you need to replace the (Name) section with the name of the app that you want to remove. In my case it is the Brave browser app so, the command will be winget list –name brave
• Now copy the Id of the app.
• Type ‘winget uninstall (Id)’ command to install the application. Replace the “(Id)” part with the Id of the app you want to download. In my case, it is ‘Brave’

Also Read: How To Reset An App On Windows 10 And 11

To Wrap This Up

In conclusion, the Windows Package Manager is an incredibly powerful tool that can help you quickly and easily install, update, and uninstall apps on your Windows 11 PC. Whether you are a developer or a power user, the command line interface of the Windows Package Manager makes it easy to manage your apps and keep them up to date.

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