Windows Package Manager (WINGET)
Nicholas Mutsaerts
System Administrator | Microsoft 365 Specialist | IT Support Specialist | Technical Writer | Linux Enthusiast
Microsoft has introduced a new feature called Windows Package Manager, commonly referred to as winget. This command-line tool is a powerful resource for managing software packages on Windows, making it highly recommended for IT professionals. For more details, visit Microsoft's official page.
Winget usually comes pre-installed on Windows 10 and 11 as part of the App Installer package. If it’s not already installed, you can easily download it from the Microsoft Store or get the latest release from GitHub.
Here is a quick guide to using some of the basic winget commands in Command Prompt or PowerShell:
Display All Installed Applications, use
winget list
Search for Applications
winget search <appname>
Install an Application
winget install <app_name>
Uninstall an Application
winget uninstall <app_name>
To upgrade an application
winget upgrade <appname>
To upgrade all applications
winget upgrade --all
With winget, managing applications on Windows has never been easier. IT professionals can save time and streamline software management with this efficient tool.