Installing WinGet
WinGet, the Windows Package Manager, allows you to easily install and manage applications on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Here are the methods to install it:
Method 1: Install via Microsoft Store
- Open the Microsoft Store from the Start menu.
- Search for App Installer.
- Click Get to install it. WinGet is included in this package.
- Verify the installation by running
wingetin PowerShell or Command Prompt.
Method 2: Install Manually from GitHub
- Go to the WinGet GitHub releases page.
- Download the latest .msixbundle file for your system architecture (usually x64).
- Open the downloaded file to start the installation process.
- Follow the prompts to update the App Installer if necessary.
- Confirm the installation by running
wingetin PowerShell or Command Prompt.
Requirements
- Windows 10 version 1809 (build 17763) or later.
- A network connection is needed for downloading the package.