The Film & TV app is your default video app in Windows 11.
Compared to its predecessor, Windows Media Player, it has more features and better usability.
Unfortunately, for many users, the Film & TV has crapped out on their Windows 11 PC.
The troubleshooter scans the app files for common issues and recommends solutions accordingly.
To initiate the Microsoft Store Apps troubleshooter, follow the below steps:
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Check for Any Available App Updates
Windows regularly receive updates for all the UMP apps.
New updates enhance the app’s performance and eliminate bugs.
You’ll have to correctly configure these options to get the app working again.
Here’s how to do it:
That’s it.
look to see if the problem is fixed or not.
Delete your setup’s Temporary Files
Programs and apps store their temporary files in the Temp folder.
But sometimes, this folder can get corrupt and cause various issues, including the one at hand.
The solution, in this case, is to dump the content of the Temp folder.
Here’s how:
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You will have to restore the default libraries to fix the issue.
To do this, follow the below instructions:
All the library data is now restored.
Now, verify if the problem persists.
When you reset a UWP app, it automatically gets restored to its default controls.
Launch the Films & TV app and see if the problem is fixed.
If you are still facing the issue, use the Repair option.
The repair option lets you repair the program installation without getting into the hassle of reinstalling it.
To repair the Films & TV app, head towardsStart>System prefs>Apps>Apps and features.
Here, locate and poke the three dots next to the Films & TV app.
SelectAdvanced optionsfrom the menu that pops up.
Next, scroll down and click theRepairbutton to start the process.
Once the app is repaired, you will see a checkmark next to the Repair button.
The best solution, in this case, is to reinstall the app.
Unfortunately, UWP apps don’t have the classic Uninstall button.
It has an entirely new UI and lets you play online as well as offline videos.
However, the app can sometimes fail to load videos or stop working altogether.
Additionally, it’s possible for you to try other media players for Windows 11.
