You might need to take action in another window Microsoft Store

The message “You might need to take action in another window” during an app installation from the Microsoft Store can be frustrating. In this article, we will show you how to fix this Microsoft Store error message.

You might need to take action in another window Microsoft Store

The message You might need to take action in another window Microsoft Store appears below the install button while installing some apps and games from the Microsoft Store. This message indicates that you must take action in another window to complete the installation. The other window should open automatically; otherwise, the installation will not be completed. Use the following fixes to resolve the issue.

Update Microsoft Store
Have you disabled the User Account Control (UAC)?
Check for Windows Update
Reset Microsoft Store
Install the desktop version of the software (if available)

Let’s Start.

1] Update Microsoft Store

Make sure that your Microsoft Store is up to date. To check whether a Microsoft Store update is available or not, use the following steps:

Open the Microsoft Store.
Go to the Library.
Now, click on Get updates.

If any updates are available for the Microsoft Store, they will download and install automatically. Once the update is complete, restart the Microsoft Store and try downloading the app again.

2] Have you disabled the User Account Control (UAC)?

User Account Control is a feature in Windows computers that is designed to protect the Windows computers from unauthorized changes. Some apps or software require UAC permission to get installed on your system. If you have disabled the UAC, these apps will not ask permission for installation. Hence, the installation will either succeed or fail.

If you have disabled the UAC, we suggest you enable it. After enabling the UAC, open the Microsoft Store, and install the required app or game. It should get installed this time.

3] Check for Windows Update

An outdated Windows installation might have bugs that interfere with the Store’s functionality and may lead to the error you are facing. You should update Windows manually.

Go to the Windows Settings.
Click on Windows Update.
Now, click on Check for updates.

Windows will automatically scan for available updates. If any pending updates are found, it will download and install them. Once the update process is complete, restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

4] Reset Microsoft Store cache

You can try resetting the Microsoft Store cache. The following steps will help you with that:

Press the Win + R keys to open the Run command box.
Type wsreset.exe and click OK.

A blank Command Prompt window will open automatically and close after a few seconds. After the Command Prompt window closes, the Microsoft Store will open automatically.

If resetting the Microsoft Store cache does not work, reset the Microsoft Store via Windows Settings.

5] Install the desktop version of the software (if available)

According to the reports, users experienced this error with some apps and games, like Epic Games, Wondershare Filmora, etc. In this case, you can download and install the desktop version of the app or game (if available). For example, the desktop versions of both Epic Games and Wondershare Filmora are available. Hence, you can install their desktop versions by visiting their official website.

How do I fix Microsoft Store errors?

There are many ways to fix Microsoft Store errors. However, it depends on the particular error message. You can perform a few general troubleshooting steps like resetting the Microsoft Store, installing the latest Windows Update (if available), etc.

How do I clear my Microsoft Store cache in Windows 11?

You can clear your Microsoft Store cache in Windows 11 by running the command to reset the Microsoft Store. Run CMD as administrator, type WSReset.exe, and hit Enter. The Microsoft Store will launch automatically after the process is completed.