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How to keep a backup of all your programs on windows 10?
Keep a backup of all your programs Windows 10 ensures that you have a safe copy of your installed applications in case you want to reinstall Windows, transfer your programs to a new computer, or need to restore your programs after a system crash. Here are the steps to Keep a backup of all your programs on Windows 10:
Method 1: Using the Windows Store
If you installed most of your programs from the Microsoft Store, you can easily back them up:
- Open the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10 device.
- Click on your profile picture or icon in the top right corner, and then select Settings.
- Scroll down to the Backup section.
- Click on Turn on backup to start the process. Windows will automatically back up your installed Microsoft Store apps to OneDrive.
Method 2: Using the PowerShell
How to Keep a backup of all your programs Windows 10? If you want to create a backup of all installed programs, including those not installed from the Microsoft Store, you can use the PowerShell:
1. Open PowerShell as an administrator:
- Press the Windows key + X and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).
- Alternatively, type PowerShell in the search bar, right-click on the result, and select Run as administrator.
2. Run the following command to create a backup of all installed programs:
Get-Package -All | Export-Package -Path C:\ProgramsBackup
This will create a folder called ProgramsBackup on your C: drive, containing a list of all installed programs.