For users frustrated by the excess elements in the standard Microsoft Store application, a fresh option now exists to handle apps on Windows computers via text-based instructions. As detailed in a post on the Windows Developer blog, the company has rolled out a command-line tool tailored for developers and advanced users.
Known as the Microsoft Store Command-Line Interface (CLI), this utility bypasses the visual interface to enable control of store operations through straightforward textual directives.
The 'store browse-apps' command allows sorting, searching, and filtering through the Store's app listings to locate desired software. 'Store install <product-id>' facilitates the installation and deployment of applications. 'Store update <product-id>' ensures an app receives its most recent update. Additional options appear via 'store --help'.
As expected, the Microsoft Store CLI functions solely on devices where the Microsoft Store feature remains active.
The piece first ran in our affiliated outlet PC för Alla, adapted and translated from its original Swedish version.
Kristian focuses on technology devices and video games, contributing news primarily to related platforms like M3 and PC för Alla. He evaluates items, especially gaming peripherals, and adapts content from the Foundry network.