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How do I get games from Xbox app to desktop?

To create a shortcut, select the game in Games Explorer for which you want to create a shortcut. Drag the game to your desktop. The shortcut will be created on your desktop.
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How do I move games from Xbox app to PC?

The Xbox PC app makes it easy to move games to a new folder or a separate drive by essentially doing the job for you. All you have to do is tell it where to redirect your games. For all games, head to Settings > General and click Change Folder under the Game Install Options section to choose a new folder.
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Can you download games from the Xbox app on PC?

Then, simply log into your Xbox Live/Microsoft account and your Xbox Play Anywhere games will be available to download. On your Xbox, games will show as “Ready to Install” under “My Games and Apps”. On your Windows 10 PC, games will appear in “My Library.”
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How do I Create a desktop shortcut for Xbox games?

Press the Win + R keys together on your keyboard to open the Run dialog and type shell:AppsFolder in the run box. Navigate to the application that you would like to create short, right click--->Create a shortcut and you will get warning of creating desktop shortcut instead.
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Why can't i install games from Xbox app on PC?

Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter

Windows Store Apps troubleshooter is one of Windows' built-in tools for repairing corrupt files. This tool could help check if the Xbox app or any related app services are corrupted, preventing the Xbox app from working properly and downloading games to your PC.
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Why can't i play games i downloaded from the Xbox app?

Make sure both the Xbox and Gaming Services apps are up to date. Press the Start button  on the taskbar, type store, and open the Microsoft Store app. Select Library. Under Updates & downloads, check if there are any updates available for the Xbox app or Gaming Services app.
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Why can't I find my Xbox, games on PC?

Go to windows settings > apps > search for gaming services app > click on it and select advanced options. After that, click repair and then restore, open the app and try again. Then do the same for the Xbox app: Go to windows settings > apps > search for Xbox app > click on it and select advanced options.
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How do I move games from Microsoft Store to desktop?

Pin apps and folders to the desktop or taskbar
  1. Select Start , select the arrow next to All apps, right-click the app, then select More > Pin to taskbar.
  2. If the app is already open on the desktop, press and hold (or right click) the app's taskbar icon, and then select Pin to taskbar.
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Can I install games from Xbox app?

One of the best features of the Xbox app is the ability to remotely install games onto your Series X or Series S, even if the console is turned off. In fact, Xbox gamers can do this from two of Microsoft's apps—the standard Xbox app and the Xbox Game Pass app.
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Where does the Xbox app install games?

The Xbox app lets you choose where games are installed by default, and here's how to change the settings on Windows 11. When using the Xbox app with or without a PC Game Pass subscription, games will download and install in the main drive where Windows 11 (or Windows 10) is currently running.
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How do I transfer Microsoft games?

Method 2: Manually Change Microsoft Store Installation Location
  1. Step 1: Go to "Settings > Apps > Apps & features"
  2. Step 2: Find the game and select "Move"
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How do I move my Microsoft Store games?

Moving Windows Store apps to another drive
  1. Open Settings.
  2. Click on System.
  3. Click on Apps & features.
  4. Select the app you want.
  5. Click the Move button.
  6. Select the destination drive from the drop-down menu.
  7. Click the Move button to relocate the app.
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How do I copy a downloaded game from the Microsoft Store?

Pause it shortly after it starts and close the Windows Store app. Go to “C:\Program Files\WindowsApps” where the Windows Store app will have created a dedicated folder for the app. Delete it. Copy the folder you brought over from your other PC to “C:\Program Files\WindowsApps”.
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Why can't i download games on my desktop?

Fix 1: Check If Many Files Are Being Downloaded. Fix 2: Change Internet Option Settings. Fix 3: Clear Your Browser's Cache. Fix 4: Scan Your Computer for Virus.
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Why can't I play games on my desktop?

What could be wrong if games won't run on my PC? It could be because of your graphics card or processor. If no games work at all, check your RAM. Windows/Mac OS may be working, but it's still possible that all of the games you've downloaded can't run without a certain amount of RAM.
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Where is my Xbox game files on PC?

All the applications downloaded from the Microsoft Store are saved in a folder called WindowsApps located in the Program Files directory. While the folder is hidden by default, it's quite easy to make it visible and gain access to it by following the same steps as on Windows 10. Namely: Go to C:Program Files.
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Where is Xbox game data stored on PC?

Your data is stored on both your hard drive and in the cloud. Xbox keeps your important data in sync so you don't lose anything when you use a friend or family member's console, or even when you switch to a new console. Note You must have a regular connection to Xbox to keep your data in sync.
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How do I transfer downloaded Xbox games?

How to transfer games
  1. Connect an external storage device to your console. ...
  2. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, then go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Storage devices.
  3. Select the storage device that you want to move or copy content from, and then select Move or copy.
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Is there a way to transfer Xbox games?

If you have a metered internet connection, this can also save you money.
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Issues with games
  1. On the Xbox you want to copy from, press the Xbox button  on the controller to open the guide.
  2. Go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Back up & transfer > Network transfer and check the Allow network transfer box.
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Can Xbox digital games be transferred?

Check here for the known game issues that we're currently tracking and find out what you can do about them. Network transfer lets one Xbox console copy games and apps from another console, so long as they're on the same home network. Copying this way can be faster than downloading another copy of the same game or app.
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How do I find my downloads on Xbox app?

If you're installing a game from the Xbox app on a Windows device, you can review what's in your queue and manage what's being installed. To do so: Select My library > Manage installs. You can see the status of the items in your queue from here, and you can choose to pause or cancel any installations.
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Where are my Microsoft Store games installed?

Programs and apps downloaded from the Microsoft Store are installed in the following path by default: C:/Program Files/WindowsApps (Hidden items). To check hidden items, open This PC, click View and select Hidden items.
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Why are my apps not on my desktop?

Right-click on an empty space on your desktop. Click on the “View” option from the context menu to expand the options. Make sure that “Show desktop icons” is ticked. If it isn't, simply click on it once to ensure it wasn't causing issues with displaying your desktop icons.
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