How Do You Download Microsoft Solitaire
Corette Guitreau
How to Download Microsoft Solitaire
Microsoft Solitaire is one of the most popular and classic card games of all time. It has been entertaining millions of players since 1990, when it was first included in Windows 3.0. In this article, you will learn how to download Microsoft Solitaire on your Windows 10 device, how to play it online, and how to troubleshoot any issues you may encounter. Whether you want to relax, sharpen your mind, or challenge yourself, Microsoft Solitaire has something for everyone.
What is Microsoft Solitaire?
Microsoft Solitaire is a collection of five different solitaire card games: Klondike, Spider, FreeCell, TriPeaks, and Pyramid. Each game has its own rules, strategies, and levels of difficulty. You can play with one or more suits, choose between traditional or Vegas scoring, and customize the appearance of the cards and the background. You can also earn achievements, complete daily challenges, and join events and rewards.
Why Download Microsoft Solitaire?
Downloading Microsoft Solitaire has many advantages over playing it on other platforms or websites. Some of the benefits are:
- You can play offline without an internet connection.
- You can enjoy an ad-free experience with an Xbox Game Pass account.
- You can save your progress, stats, and level across multiple devices with a Microsoft account.
- You can access over 75 achievements and compete with other players on leaderboards.
- You can get regular updates and new features from the developers.
How to Download Microsoft Solitaire from the Microsoft Store
Downloading Microsoft Solitaire from the Microsoft Store is easy and free. Just follow these steps:
- Open the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10 device.
- Type "Microsoft Solitaire Collection" in the search box and press Enter.
- Select the game from the search results and click "Get".
- The game will download and install automatically on your device.
- To launch the game, click "Play" or find it in your Start menu or apps list.
You can also visit this link to get the game from the Microsoft Store website.
How to Pin Microsoft Solitaire to the Taskbar or Start Menu
If you want to access Microsoft Solitaire faster and easier, you can pin it to your taskbar or start menu. Here's how:
- To pin it to your taskbar, right-click (or press and hold) the game icon on your taskbar and select "Pin to taskbar". The icon will stay there even when you close the game.
- To pin it to your start menu, scroll down the apps list in your start menu until you find "Microsoft Solitaire Collection", right-click (or press and hold) the tile and select "Pin to Start". The tile will appear on your start menu.
How to Play Microsoft Solitaire Online
If you don't want to download Microsoft Solitaire on your device, you can still play it online on any browser. Just go to https://zone.msn.com/en/mssolitairecollection/default.htm and enjoy the same five games as in the downloaded version. You can also sign in with your Microsoft account to sync your progress and achievements. However, playing online requires an internet connection and may have some ads.
How to Get Microsoft Solitaire Subscription Benefits
If you want to get more out of Microsoft Solitaire, you can subscribe to the premium edition for a monthly or annual fee. Some of the benefits are:
- You can remove all ads from the game.
- You can get double coins for completing daily challenges.
- You can get a boost for every game of TriPeaks and Pyramid.
- You can get an exclusive card back and background.
To subscribe, click on the "Premium" button on the game's main menu and choose your preferred plan. You can cancel anytime from your Microsoft account settings.
How to Troubleshoot Microsoft Solitaire Issues
Sometimes, you may encounter some issues with Microsoft Solitaire, such as the game not launching, crashing, freezing, or not syncing. Don't worry, there are some simple solutions you can try to fix them.
How to Run the App Troubleshooter
The app troubleshooter is a built-in tool in Windows 10 that can help you diagnose and resolve common app problems. To run it, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your Windows 10 device.
- Click on "Update & Security" and then on "Troubleshoot".
- Scroll down and click on "Additional troubleshooters".
- Find and click on "Windows Store Apps" and then on "Run the troubleshooter".
- Follow the on-screen instructions and apply any recommended fixes.
How to Fix Microsoft Store Issues
If the problem is with the Microsoft Store app itself, such as not being able to download or update Microsoft Solitaire, you can try these solutions:
- Reset the Microsoft Store app by opening the Settings app, clicking on "Apps", finding and clicking on "Microsoft Store", clicking on "Advanced options", and then on "Reset".
- Clear the Microsoft Store cache by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "wsreset.exe" and pressing Enter.
- Check for Windows updates by opening the Settings app, clicking on "Update & Security", and then on "Check for updates". Install any available updates and restart your device.
Conclusion
Microsoft Solitaire is a fun and relaxing way to pass the time and exercise your brain. You can download it for free from the Microsoft Store or play it online on any browser. You can also subscribe to the premium edition for more features and benefits. If you encounter any issues with the game or the store app, you can try some of the troubleshooting tips we shared in this article. We hope you enjoy playing Microsoft Solitaire as much as we do!
FAQs
Here are some of the frequently asked questions about Microsoft Solitaire:
- How do I change the game settings?
To change the game settings, such as the scoring mode, the number of suits, or the card design, click on the gear icon on the game's main menu or on the top right corner of each game screen. You can also access more options by clicking on the three horizontal lines icon on the top left corner of each game screen.
- How do I undo a move?
To undo a move, click on the arrow icon on the bottom left corner of each game screen. You can undo as many moves as you want, but it will affect your score and time.
- How do I get more coins?
To get more coins, you can complete daily challenges, join events and rewards, or subscribe to the premium edition. Coins can be used to buy more boosts for TriPeaks and Pyramid games.
- How do I switch between games?
To switch between games, click on the home icon on the bottom right corner of each game screen. You can also swipe left or right on your touch screen device to navigate between games.
- How do I contact customer support?
To contact customer support, click on the question mark icon on the game's main menu or on each game screen. You can also visit https:// https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/games for more help and information.