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Best app uninstaller for Windows 10 so I can force deleting apps?
If you want to remove a built-in Windows app and prevent it from being reinstalled for new users, you can use the Deployment Imaging Service and Management Tool (DISM) as a app uninstaller for Windows. It can be run from Command Prompt.
1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
2. First, list all provisioned appx packages to find the exact package name for the app you want to remove:
cmd
dism /online /get-provisionedappxpackages
3. Then, remove it using the /remove-provisionedappxpackage option with the specific package name you found:
cmd
dism /online /remove-provisionedappxpackage /packagename: YourApp.Package Name_1.0.0.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe
Crucial Warnings Before using App uninstaller for Windows:
* Back Up Your Registry: This cannot be overstated. Editing the registry incorrectly can cause system instability or prevent Windows from starting properly. Always export the specific key you are about to delete as a safety net.
* System App Risks: Removing certain built-in Windows components can cause system instability or break functionality. Be absolutely sure about the app you are targeting and its role in the system.
* Windows Updates: Be aware that a Windows update can potentially restore an application you forcibly removed, so this may not be a permanent solution in all cases.