Windows has a little-known feature called Windows Package Manager that offers a faster way to install software than traditional downloading or using the Microsoft Store.
The tool runs through the command line and lets users install multiple programs with simple text commands.
To access this tool, users need to open PowerShell as administrator and type “winget”. From there, they can install popular programs like Chrome or Spotify using simple commands.
For example, typing “winget install Google.Chrome” installs Chrome without needing to open a browser or click through installation screens.
The tool does more than just install software. Users can list all installed programs, get detailed information about specific applications, update all software at once, and remove unwanted programs.
Multiple apps can be installed with a single command, saving considerable time compared to downloading each separately.
While the command-line interface might seem less user-friendly at first, it becomes more efficient once users learn the basic commands. The Winstall website helps users find the correct program names needed for installation commands.
For users wanting to explore this tool, the Microsoft website offers detailed documentation, and typing “winget -?” in PowerShell provides helpful command information.
