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Full fix: Windows 10/11 Photo Enhancer not working
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows (Microsoft) Photos would be a greatphoto-editing appif there weren’tso many bugs.
There are many things going for it, but it seems that, when it comes to stability, thisappfalls short for many users.
One of the commonly-used features is the Photo Enhancer which, as the name says, fixes your photos for you in a single click.
But, it seems that this nifty retouching tool stopped working recently.
If you’re dealing with a severe case of enhance your photo not working, worry not as we prepared a list of available solutions.
At least one of those should help you address the matter at hand, so don’t hesitate to try our fixes to solve the Windows photos enhance not working.
How can I fix Enhance your photo mode issues in Windows 10?
1. Download Adobe Photoshop
If your Photo Enhance is not working in Windows 10, the easiest solution is to use an alternative. Thebest photo enhancement and editing tool available on the market right now is Adobe Photoshop.
This software tool has a wide range of features and options.
It can be downloaded and installed in just a couple of steps, without the hassle of a complex process with confusing steps.
Photoshop is the first choice of beginners and professionals, mainly because of its plethora of editing tools and ease of use.
A large number of brushes, filters, and photo effects add to the complete experience that Photoshop offers.
Besides that, the customizable workspace with lots of easy-to-use options is another big plus.
Frame tools, slicing tools, magic wand, symmetry mode, white balance, color gamma, and color correction are just some of the many features in Photoshop that can help you enhance your photos.
Adobe Photoshop
2. Run the built-in troubleshooter
Here’s how to run the dedicatedtroubleshooterand try fixing the Photos app and theEnhance your photomode:
The first troubleshooting step is the built-in part ofWindows 10. Since the Photos app is an integral part of theWindows 10workflow, there’s the dedicatedtroubleshooterwhich deals with app issues.
The idea was forUWP apps to take over, but even the built-in ones, like Photos and Mail & Calendar, fall short. This is where the Store Apps troubleshooter comes into play.
3. Update Windows 10
Here’s the whole route:
The number of times Microsoft changed the Photos app since its inception on Windows 8 can barely count.
In concerns to the issue we’re addressing today, they removed the automatic enhancement options a few releases back.
Now you’ll need to apply this to every individual photo. And even that, obviously, won’t function as initially intended. If this was a minor problem, Microsoft might’ve put it under the rug.
However, since there were (and still are) lots of complaints, they had to do something. And, seemingly, they did.
That’s why we encourage you to check for the latestupdates. In addition, make your way to Microsoft Store and check forupdatesthere, as well.
4. Reset the app
Here’s how to reset the Photos app inWindows 10:
As you’re probably aware, one can’t uninstall the Photos app. It’s a successor to Windows Photo Viewer and the main competition to Google Photos.
You can, on the other hand, reset theappto factory values. This won’t meddle with your photos, so don’t worry about it.
It’ll just clear all pilled-up cache and, basically, refresh everything as it’s the first time you’re starting theapp.
5. Reinstall Windows Photos
Follow these steps to reinstall Windows Photos inWindows 10:
Yes, we said you can’t remove Windows Photos. But that doesn’t exclusively mean theappcan’t be reinstalled. Of course, this requires a more complex approach than the previously suggested solution.
In order to reinstall the Windows Photos app (or any built-inapp, for that matter), you’ll need to use PowerShell as shown above.
6. Try sticking to local photos only
Here’s how to disable OneDrive for Windows Photos:
If we have to name one distinctive advantage the Photos app brings is direct access to cloud storage. Of course, here we refer to Microsoft’s-own OneDrive.
You can, without downloading, access all photos stored in OneDrive. However, there are some reports that this causes the slowdowns and additional issues with Windows Photos.
Especially if you’ve changed the default OneDrive locale on your PC or the photos are only online-stored.
Because of that, we recommend unlinking the OneDrive and Windows Photos (if this link isn’t a dire need). You could still access all photos on your local storage.
In case you’re aware of an additional tool, make sure to tell us in the comments section below.
Also, leave there any other questions or suggestions that you may have.
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Aleksandar Ognjanovic
Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.
Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.
In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.
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