Windows 10 - Some metro apps not working.

Hi Ben,

Thank you for in interest in using Windows 10 Technical Preview.

Sorry to know that you are facing some issues on the new Operating System. Let me try and assist you with the issue you are facing.

You might face this issue if the Windows updates and drivers are not updated or if some system files are corrupt.

Follow these methods:

Method 1:
First, let us run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) and check if it helps. The System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) scans for missing or corrupted system files and repairs them.

Run System File checker to see if you have any corrupted system files.

 Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833/en-us

(Follow Windows 8, 8.1 section).

Method 2:
I would also suggest you to install all the latest Windows updates and also the latest device drivers.

Download and install drivers

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/all-drivers

Method 3:

Run the Apps troubleshooter. This tool can automatically identify and fix some problems with apps.

Let us know if it helps. If you have more queries, we will be happy to help.

Hi Ben,

Thank you for in interest in using Windows 10 Technical Preview.

Sorry to know that you are facing some issues on the new Operating System. Let me try and assist you with the issue you are facing.

You might face this issue if the Windows updates and drivers are not updated or if some system files are corrupt.

Follow these methods:

Method 1:
First, let us run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) and check if it helps. The System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) scans for missing or corrupted system files and repairs them.

Run System File checker to see if you have any corrupted system files.

 Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833/en-us

(Follow Windows 8, 8.1 section).

Method 2:
I would also suggest you to install all the latest Windows updates and also the latest device drivers.

Download and install drivers

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/all-drivers

Method 3:

Run the Apps troubleshooter. This tool can automatically identify and fix some problems with apps.

Let us know if it helps. If you have more queries, we will be happy to help.

Thank you for helping me.. Unfortunately the SFC found errors unable to repair. I have a log file but its huge, so I am not sure I can paste it here.  The app checker also mentioned the cache was corrupt but the issue still isn't resolved. Updates are up to date.  Next steps? 

Thanks again

Hi Ben,

To fix the errors, I would suggest you to run the DISM tool to check the system health and restore the files. 

a. Press Windows key + C.

b. Enter Command prompt in the Search box. 

c. In the list of results, swipe down on or right-click Command Prompt, and then tap or click Run as administrator. 

d. In the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type the following commands. Press the Enter key aftereach command:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth 

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Please note: This tool might take several minutes to completely run, please do not cancel the tool when running.

e. To close the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type Exit, and then press Enter

Hi Ben,

To fix the errors, I would suggest you to run the DISM tool to check the system health and restore the files. 

a. Press Windows key + C.

b. Enter Command prompt in the Search box. 

c. In the list of results, swipe down on or right-click Command Prompt, and then tap or click Run as administrator. 

d. In the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type the following commands. Press the Enter key aftereach command:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth 

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Please note: This tool might take several minutes to completely run, please do not cancel the tool when running.

e. To close the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type Exit, and then press Enter

Trying that now and will let you know. Thanks again for your assistance. 

Hi Ben,

To fix the errors, I would suggest you to run the DISM tool to check the system health and restore the files. 

a. Press Windows key + C.

b. Enter Command prompt in the Search box. 

c. In the list of results, swipe down on or right-click Command Prompt, and then tap or click Run as administrator. 

d. In the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type the following commands. Press the Enter key aftereach command:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth 

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

Please note: This tool might take several minutes to completely run, please do not cancel the tool when running.

e. To close the Administrator: Command Prompt window, type Exit, and then press Enter

Error: 1726

The remote procedure called failed. 

The DISM log file can be found at.. etc

Hi,

Sorry for the late reply.

If you are still facing the issue, follow these steps:
a. Click on Start, type services.msc into the start menu search box and press Enter.
b. In Services, scroll down to "Remote Procedure Call. Right-click on it and make sure the status says "Started"and set to Automatic.
c. The second "RPC Locator" should be set to "Manual".

Now, try the DISM tool.

If that does not help, could you please test the issue on another user account.  If you do not have another user account, please create a new user account.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/create-user-account#create-user-account=windows-8

(Steps also applies to Windows 10 TP).

Let us know if it helps.

Jason[MS] edited this on February 12th, 2016:

Hey everyone,

I'm editing Gabe's old post, but for good reason.  Back when it was written, the PowerShell script (now removed) fixed some of the problems folks were seeing with Metro apps not launching.  It was a good workaround until a fix was launched.

With as much as Win10 has changed in the year (actually longer) since then, running that same powershell script now will actually make the situation worse for users.

After partnering with folks in Engineering to obtain updated workaround steps, we've created a new thread with steps to follow.  Please navigate to this new thread and use those steps for troubleshooting.

http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/insider/forum/insider_wintp-insider_store/troubleshooting-windows-10-pc-metro-apps-not/29fb735f-1511-442a-a1c7-eb081e7524d9?tm=1455316080246

Thank you,

- Jason

This fixed my problem.

Thanks.

My apps were not working either.  Performing the above steps resolve the issue.  Thank you

I would like to know that the issue was and exactly what the above command did.

Hi Gabriel,

Thank you for sharing the fix.