How to Fix Realtek Audio Console Not Appearing in Microsoft Store

Step 1: Install DCH Drivers for Compatibility

To ensure that the Realtek Audio Console appears in your Microsoft Store, you first need to install the DCH drivers. Follow these sub-steps:

1. Press the Windows key, type “Device Manager” in the search bar, and select Open.
2. In the Device Manager, find Sound, video, and game controllers, expand it, right-click on Realtek High Definition Audio, and select Uninstall device.
3. Do the same for any Realtek devices in Audio inputs and outputs, or Software components.
4. Open your web browser and visit the official NVIDIA website to download the applicable DCH drivers for your device.
5. Select your operating system, fill out the required details, and download the DCH drivers.
6. After downloading, locate the installer file, double-click it to launch the installation wizard.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and restart your PC.
8. Launch the Microsoft Store and check for the Realtek Audio Console. If not found immediately, wait a moment, as it may take the store time to register the new drivers.

Pro Tip: Ensure your Windows is up-to-date before performing these steps to avoid compatibility issues.

Step 2: Manually Update the Microsoft Store

Updating the Store can sometimes resolve missing apps:

1. Open the Microsoft Store by clicking its icon on the taskbar.
2. Look for the three dots in the top right corner and click on them.
3. Select Downloads and updates.
4. Click on Get updates to check for any available updates.

Pro Tip: If updates are available, let the Store apply them before checking for apps again.

Step 3: Restart the Microsoft Store Install Service

Rebooting the Install Service may resolve detection issues:

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run command.
2. Type services.msc and hit Enter.
3. Find the Microsoft Store Install service, double-click it, and select Properties.
4. In the General tab, change the Startup type to Automatic, then click Start.
5. Press Apply and then OK to save the changes.

Pro Tip: After restarting the service, try reopening the Microsoft Store and checking again.

Step 4: Repair or Reset Microsoft Store

If all else fails, repairing or resetting can help:

1. Press the Windows key and open Settings.
2. Click on Apps then go to Apps & features.
3. Locate the Microsoft Store, click on the three dots, and select Advanced options.
4. Hit the Repair button; if this doesn’t work, return and select Reset.

Pro Tip: Repairing retains your data, while resetting may remove app data.

Step 5: Reinstall the Microsoft Store

As a last resort, you can reinstall the Microsoft Store:

1. Press Windows + I together to access Settings.
2. Search for Powershell, right-click, and select Run as administrator.
3. Input this command: Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft. WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_. InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Pro Tip: Use this step to refresh the Store app completely; however, ensure you have backups of important data.

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