Nanfeng

Notes on software development, code, and curious ideas

Fixing “Look for an App in the Microsoft Store?” on Windows 11

Problem

When opening an .exe installer on Windows 11, you may see Look for an app in the Microsoft Store?

Microsoft Store application prompt

Solution for a trusted file

Right-click the .exe, select Properties, and open the General tab. If an Unblock checkbox appears in the Security section, select it and click Apply.

Unblock option in Windows file properties

Only unblock a file after confirming its source and digital signature and scanning it with Windows Security. If Windows still cannot run it, verify that it is actually a Windows executable for the correct processor architecture rather than bypassing additional warnings.

+