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Windows 11 is a much better operating system now than it was when it first came out, but all of these updates have caused some problems. Several updates have had bugs that were not expected that affect how Windows 11 work , and that is still the case as we write this. But sometimes Windows 11 App Crashes the major issue that you can face in your system.
The optional KB5022360 update from January 2023 has been causing apps to crash on Intel-powered devices, especially those with older graphics drivers, according to Windows Latest. Since this is a voluntary update, it won’t be automatically downloaded in the background.
Your best bet is to not install it at all, but what if you have already done that and are having trouble? We mentioned below are the ways to fix Windows 11 App Crashes Issue. All of these are worth trying, whether your app is crashing because of an update or something else. You can also go to the official Microsoft support site for more information about this error.
Ways to fix Windows 11 App Crashes Issue:

Terminate App and Its Services
Before you try to fix or reset an app, we suggest that you end the app and all of its services. There are times when the app service may be stuck and not responding. Usually, you can use the Task Manager app to see which apps aren’t working and close them. On the settings page of Windows 11, you can also choose to close the app completely.
To close the app and all of its processes, just click the “Terminate” button. In this case, you won’t see any warning or success messages. Open the app again and see if it is still working well.
Repairing an App in Windows 11
- To open the Settings app, press the “Win + I” keys on your keyboard.
- Click on the “Apps & features” option in the “Apps” section.
- Scroll down a bit to find the “App list” section, which shows all of the apps you have installed on your computer.
- Type the name of the app into the search box to narrow down the list.
- Click the icon that looks like three vertical dots next to the app and choose “Advanced options.”
- On the next screen, scroll down to the “Reset” section to find the options for fixing the app or resetting it. Keep in mind that the options may be different for each app. Some apps will have both a repair and a reset button, while others may only have a repair button.
- If you click the “Repair” button, Windows will try to fix the installation files that are broken. You’ll be able to see how the repair is going, and when it’s done, a small check mark will show that it was successful.
- Now, check to see if the app works correctly after it has been fixed.
Uninstall and Reinstall Apps
Not all of the apps have “Advanced options,” which is a shame. This is true for most of the apps you have installed from Microsoft Store. But apps like Google Chrome that are downloaded from third-party sites won’t show this option. If this happens, you can uninstall the app and then reinstall it to see if that fixes the problem.
Resetting App in Windows 11
If fixing the app didn’t work, you can also try resetting it. There is a big difference, though, between fixing an app and resetting it. When you use the “Repair” button, the app’s documents and history will NOT be erased. But resetting an app will delete all of its data and put it back to how it was when it came from the factory. Click on the “Reset” button if you know what you are doing.
- Windows will show you a warning that it will delete all of the app’s data, preferences, and sign-in information. Click the “Reset” button in the pop-up box to confirm the action.
- It will only take a few seconds to finish, and you can see how far along it is on the progress bar. After resetting the app successfully, there will be a small check mark next to the reset button.
- This should fix the app most of the time, especially if the problem is with the app’s data or content that has been cached.
Using Online Repair for Fixing App Problems
Some programmes, like Microsoft Office, let you fix them in a different way. When you click on the three vertical dots icon, you won’t see “Advanced options.” Instead, you’ll see “Modify” instead.
If you choose this option, Windows will offer to fix the app quickly and online. First, try to fix the app with the quick repair and see if that works. If not, you can try to fix it online, which could take a long time and a stable internet connection.
Using Control Panel to Repair Apps in Windows 11
- Click the lens icon in the taskbar and type “control panel” in the search box to find and open the Control Panel app.
- In Control Panel, arrange the items by “Category” to make them easier to find.
- Now, click the “Uninstall a programme” link under the “Programs” heading.
- This will show you a list of all the programmes you have on your desktop computer, and you can choose the one you want to fix or remove.
- Depending on the app, the header bar will have buttons like “Uninstall,” “Change,” and “Repair.”
- Click the “Repair” button and follow the steps to get the app working again. If you don’t want the app, click “Uninstall” to get rid of it.
Update Windows and App
- If the problem is caused by a third-party app, contact the developer and ask for updates to your app. This might not work for free apps, in which case you might need to find an alternative.
- For the latest updates on Microsoft Store apps, go to the Store.
- To update Windows OS, open the Settings app and look for “Windows Update” in the list of options. Click the “Check for Updates” button to get the latest build and install it.
- You can stop updates for up to 5 weeks, which could be why you are not getting the latest build. In this case, you will see a button that says “Resume updates.” Click that button to check for and install the most recent version.
FAQ
Why does Windows 11 keep closing my programs?
Sometimes, damaged or broken system files could also cause programmes to close on their own. To fix this, try running System File Checker (SFC). Follow the steps given: Press Windows + S, type cmd, and then click Run as administrator. This will open Windows Search.
Why do apps keep crashing?
Most of the time, this happens when your Wi-Fi or cellular data is slow or unstable, which makes apps stop working. If your device doesn’t have enough storage space, Android apps may also stop working. This can happen if you put too many apps on your device’s internal memory.