Windows apps open and then automatically get closed in Windows 8.1

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I have recently installed windows 8.1 professional on my pc. When I open windows store or windows store apps only the splash screen comes and then automatically the app gets closed. Sometimes a dialogue box comes that The app didn't start in the required time. Please help me with this problem.

Best Answer

There are many other users experiencing this problem too. See here, here and here.

Check the following:

  1. You need at least 1024X768 resolution for Metro(Windows Store) apps to work

  2. Confirm if the issue reproduces with all user accounts. Metro apps aren’t supported if you are running with a built-in administrator account (happens mostly when upgrading)

  3. Check if UAC (User Account Control) is enabled. UAC must be enabled for Metro apps to work. It’s possible that a third party application may have disabled the User Account Control, in which case the apps won’t work. To check, simply type UAC from the home screen and it will appear on the Settings search result

  4. Try using a local account instead of a Microsoft Account (Live ID)

  5. If you use an NVIDIA video card, follow the steps here.

Also try this (worked for some users):

-Run Command Prompt as Administrator

-Type "sfc /scannow" (without quotes)

-Press Enter and wait (10/30 minutes)

-Restart your PC and everything should be ok

Still doesn't work? Follow the steps here.

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