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Use WinGet to install and manage applications on Windows

What it is​

WinGet is a command line tool enabling users to discover, install, upgrade, remove and configure applications on Windows 10 version 1809 (build 17763) or later, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2025 computers.

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It's a Package Manager service similar to Homebrew on macOS and APT/DNF on Linux.

How does it know there is a new version of an application available​

There is an open-source community repository on GitHub, where people can submit pull requests of manifests for each new version of their applications.

How to install​

It is a part of the App Installer, which is delivered and updated by the Microsoft Store.

How to use​

  • winget search <appname> Search for applications
  • winget show <appname> Show information about specific application
  • winget install <appname> Install specific application
  • winget uninstall <appname> Uninstall specific application
  • winget list Display all installed applications
  • winget list <appname> Display specific installed application
  • winget upgrade Show all available upgrades
  • winget upgrade <appname> Perform upgrade for specific application

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