How to Update the Xbox App on Windows 10 (2020)

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While the Xbox Console Companion app on your Windows 10 computer should automatically update through the Microsoft Store, there are exceptions and you might need to manually update it. [1] This wikiHow will teach you how to manually update the Xbox Console Companion app on Windows 10.

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    You'll find this in your Taskbar or Start Menu tiles.
    • Log in if necessary.
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    This three-dot menu icon is in the top right corner of the app window.
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    It's usually the first option in the menu.
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    If an update is available, it will immediately start installing. [2]
    • If this isn't working, check to see if your Microsoft Store needs to update. Click the Start logo > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for Updates and click Install now if there is an update available.
    • If you're still experiencing issues, go to the Start logo > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Store apps > Run the troubleshooter . [3]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/games-apps/apps-help/verify-version-xbox-app-on-windows-10
      2. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/fix-problems-with-apps-from-microsoft-store-93ed0bcf-9c12-3df6-6dda-92ec5d0415ac
      3. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/fix-problems-with-apps-from-microsoft-store-93ed0bcf-9c12-3df6-6dda-92ec5d0415ac

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      1. Open the Microsoft Store.
      2. Click the three-dot menu icon.
      3. Click Downloads and updates .
      4. Click Get Updates .

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