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Setting up a new Windows PC can feel like a chore. When you are simply trying to find the fastest way to install Windows apps, the traditional method is nothing but frustrating. For me, the routine looked like yours probably does. You open a web browser, search for the software you need, navigate through the maze of download buttons, get the EXE file, and install it, one by one. But things don’t end there. You also have to mindlessly click through Next, Next, I Agree, and Finish through multiple installation wizards.
I used to waste hours getting my Windows laptop ready for my use. But then I realized there is a fundamentally better, faster, and more secure method built right into Windows. And that completely changed the way I manage my computer.
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The end of the “Next, Next, Finish” era
Winget is your answer
If you have ever used Linux, you might be familiar with package managers. In simple terms, these are tools that let you download, install, and even update software using simple commands. Windows users were left out of this magic for decades before Microsoft finally decided in 2021 to introduce Winget, putting an end to the manual hunt for installers.
Winget (Windows Package Manager) is a command-line tool that acts as a massive, secure directory for almost all Windows applications you can think of. Instead of opening your favorite web browser, you simply open Command Prompt or PowerShell, type a command, and Windows does the heavy-lifting — finds the official installer, sets it up for you, and installs it.
The best part is that there are no pop-ups, no installation wizards, and no going through a series of checkboxes trying to sneak in an unwanted toolbar. Winget works on Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server 2005. You don't need to download or set it up on a PC to use it.
The traditional installation process is not just slow; it is inefficient and surprisingly risky. Every time you search for an app on the web, you are at risk of downloading a compromised installer. On top of this, updating them is another task.
By switching to Winget, you bypass the lengthy installation process and get safe, verified files directly from secure repositories.
The commands you will actually use every day
Installing an app is now a one-line command away
Before you go ahead and start using Winget, there are a few things to remember. Winget is not available for users until you have logged into Windows. You can grab the App Installer package from the Microsoft Store. Alternatively, you can head over to GitHub and get the latest version of Winget for your PC.
Once you have everything in place, you can now run commands. The ones that you will most probably use quite often are:
Search for Apps:
winget search <app name>Winget finds apps based on the correct package name you provide. If you are unsure about what the exact package name is, then you can use this command to search for it.
Install an app:
winget install <app name>If you want to install an app, you simply use the above command and replace the with the package name. For instance, if you want to install Google Chrome, then the command becomes - winget install Google.Chrome
Skip every installation dialog:
winget install <app name> -hYou can have a completely silent installation by using this command. The “-h” stands for silent, and you will not receive a single pop-up to confirm the installation. This is one of the best ways to avoid installing unwanted apps that are bundled with the installation of an app.
Bulk install apps:
winget install <x y z> --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements -hIf you want to install a bunch of apps together, then you can use this command. For instance, if you wish to install Google Chrome, Spotify, VLC, and Discord together, the command becomes - winget install Google.Chrome Spotify.Spotify VideoLAN.VLC --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements -h
The last two extra commands auto-accept any license prompts with the -h for silent mode.
Update everything:
winget upgrade --allThis single command will update every app that you have on your PC.
Uninstall an app:
winget uninstall <app name>If you want to uninstall an application from your PC, then you can use this command. It becomes – winget uninstall firefox
We’ve already covered in depth how you can use Winget. It gives you a comprehensive look and step-by-step process, which is a great starting point if you will be using Winget for the first time.
Winget is safer than random downloads
When you are downloading an application from random websites, there is always a risk of malware getting its way onto your PC. With Winget, you are totally avoiding that risk as you only get an exact, verified, unmodified installer. Winget integrates Microsoft SmartScreen to help ensure the safety of installations by validating the integrity of files.
So, if you are still downloading apps on your Windows PC the old way, then you should skip the dance and start using Winget. It isn’t a niche developer tool for which you need expertise to operate. A few commands and you are good to go.
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