How Do I Fix Discord Not Installing Windows 10?

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The following troubleshooting steps will help you resolve any errors that may occur during Discord installation so that you can use your favorite online chat software again.

If you're an avid gamer, you're already familiar with Discord. You can communicate with or coordinate with others through a private server. Some users may encounter the Discord Windows 10 installation failed error. This error message may appear during Discord installation. To learn how to fix this error, see the solutions below.

Remove conflicts from the system.

First, press the shortcut key "Ctrl+Shift+Esc" at the same time to call the task manager.
Make sure you are on the Processes tab.
Then, check out the related entries on Discord. After that, click on the process related to "Discord" and select the "End Action" option.
Then close the task manager screen.
Navigate to the taskbar and select the Search icon.
After that, enter "Control Panel" and select the "OK" button to open the control panel.
Then, select the "Uninstall a program" option under the "Programs" section. Finally, select Discord, right-click on it, and select the "Discord" button.

Delete any remaining Discord files.

Press the Windows hot key and R at the same time to invoke the shortcut.
Then, enter "% appdata%" in it and click on the "OK" button.
You need to delete the "%AppData%/Discord" and "%LocalAppData%/Discord" folders.
Then, reboot the system to apply the changes. Additional troubleshooting tips

First, you need to open the Settings app.
You should select the Update and Security section.
Go to the left and click on the "Windows Update" button.
After that, switch to the right pane and select the "View update history" option.
Navigate to the "Uninstall Updates" option and click on it. Once you get to the new screen, check for the newly installed update, right-click on it, and select the "Uninstall" button.
Now, after downloading the Windows update package, you can try to install Discord again.
Set Discord compatibility

Navigate to the Discord shortcut icon and right-click on it.
Then select "Troubleshoot compatibility."
You should select the "Troubleshooting" option. Then, select "Programs that worked in previous versions of Windows but cannot be installed or run now" and click the "Next" button.
After that, select the "Test Program" option.
Now, try to install the Discord app again.
If you can't install Discord on your device, you should check your network connection. Also, make sure your firewall and antivirus software aren't blocking the process.