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How do I transfer Games from Microsoft store?

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 transfer Microsoft Store games to another computer?

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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Can you transfer Microsoft Store games to another account?

Nothing can be transferred between accounts. If it was a recent purchase, you can try submitting a refund request and then repurchase on the account you want it on.
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How do I download games from the Microsoft Store I already own?

On your taskbar, select the Microsoft Store icon, then select More info up by your account picture. Select My Library. Any app or game with a Download icon next to it hasn't been downloaded yet. Select the Download icon to download and install the app or game.
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Can you redownload purchased games on Microsoft Store?

Every game that you purchased from the Microsoft store is associated with your Microsoft account. Just sign in on the new computer with the same Microsoft account that purchased the game and you should be able to install and play it just fine.
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How to Manage & Move your Windows Store & Xbox Game Pass Game Installations! (change Default Drive)

Where are my Microsoft Store games stored?

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 do Microsoft Store downloads go?

The applications installed from the Microsoft Store are stored in the WindowsApps folder (C:\ProgramFiles|WindowsApps), but this folder is hidden and has strict access permissions. Changing the permissions is not recommended and can crash your apps.
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Can I transfer games from one PC to another?

1. Connect the external hard drive with Steam games back up to the new PC and log in Steam with your account. > Open up the Steam platform on the new PC and select Steam > Backup and Restore Games... > Select "Restore a previous backup" and click on "NEXT>".
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Can you trade games on Microsoft Store?

Get the products you want for less from Microsoft Store. Just trade in an eligible device and use the cash toward your next Xbox console.
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How do I backup my Microsoft Store games?

To back up a game on your Windows 10 computer, kindly perform the following steps:
  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Select System.
  3. Select Apps & features.
  4. Highlight the game you are looking for.
  5. Click Move.
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How can I sell my Microsoft games?

How to become a Microsoft Store Developer? The fee is only charged once, and you can publish as many games and apps as you like. Choose what's best for your situation, complete your registration, pay and that's it, you'll have access to the Microsoft Partner Center and you'll be able to publish your first game!
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Can I buy games from Microsoft Store for PC?

To buy games from the Microsoft Store: Select the Search icon on the taskbar, type store, and then select Microsoft Store. Select the Gaming tab to see a list of the PC games available for purchase. Select the game you want, and then select Buy or Get.
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Can games bought on Microsoft Store be played on PC?

How does Xbox Play Anywhere work? When you buy an Xbox Play Anywhere digital game through the Xbox Store or the Windows Store, it's yours to play on Xbox and Windows 10 PC at no additional cost.
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How do I share games between PC accounts?

You can do this from your app, here's how:
  1. In the top left corner, click Steam.
  2. Select Settings (on Windows) or Preferences (on Mac) from the drop-down menu.
  3. Select Family in the side menu.
  4. Click the box that says Authorize Library Sharing on this computer.
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How do I transfer games from PC to laptop?

Here are the steps:
  1. Start both PC and laptop and connect two computers via the Transfer USB cable.
  2. Run the transfer software like Windows Easy Transfer on both computers.
  3. On the source computer, on transfer software, select the transfer method and select files you'd like to move to the target computer.
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How do I transfer games from laptop to laptop?

Method 2: Transfer Files From PC to PC Via Transfer Cable
  1. Step 1: Connect PCs Using USB Cable. ...
  2. Step 2: Choose Installation Type. ...
  3. Step 3: Run 'Devmgmt.msc” ...
  4. Step 4: Install Transfer Software. ...
  5. Step 5: Launch Program On Both PCs. ...
  6. Step 6: Move Files From One PC to Second PC.
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How do I put Microsoft Store Downloads on my desktop?

Select Start , select the arrow next to All apps, right-click the app, then select More > Pin to taskbar. 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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How do I download Windows Store apps without the store?

You can download Microsoft Store apps from third-party websites like Adguard, which is the easiest and most recommended method. This website provides old versions of the Windows operating system, Microsoft Store apps, and more.
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Why can't I download apps from Microsoft Store?

If updates for Windows were recently installed, you'll need to restart your PC before you can install apps from Microsoft Store. Your PC isn't authorized to use Microsoft Store apps. You'll need to sign into the app with your Microsoft account.
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How do I add Microsoft games to Steam?

You're looking for the Games menu. Click it, then look for the bottom menu option, labeled Add a non-Steam game to my library. That'll pull up a separate window that will allow you to find the program you're looking to add.
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Why can I download games from Microsoft Store?

Log Out and Back Into the Microsoft Store

You might not be able to download games because of a temporary bug or glitch within the Windows Store app. The easiest way to get rid of it is by logging out of the Store, ending its process, and then logging back in.
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Can I transfer Xbox games to PC?

If a game is a "Play Anywhere" title, then when you buy it digitally on Xbox One, you get the PC version included in the price (and vice versa of course, if you're buying it from MS's store) and your save will sync across the 2 platforms, however, there are not many Play Anywhere titles unfortunately.
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What is the difference between Windows Store and Microsoft Store?

The Microsoft Store – formerly called the Windows Store -- is an online marketplace for consumers to buy and download a variety of items. The store enables users to purchase hardware such as PCs, Surface products and Xbox consoles, or download software and digital content, including apps, games, movies or TV shows.
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Is Microsoft Store the same as Google play?

As with other similar platforms, such as the Google Play and Mac App Store, Microsoft Store is curated, and apps must be certified for compatibility and content. In addition to the user-facing Microsoft Store client, the store has a developer portal with which developers can interact.
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How much does it cost to put a game on Microsoft Store?

How much does a developer account cost? Individual accounts cost approximately $19 USD, and company accounts cost approximately $99 USD (the exact amounts may vary depending on your country or region). This is a one-time registration fee and no renewal is required.
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