No apps in Windows default app setting for email

If you're a new Windows user and you're trying to set up your default email app, you may notice that there are no apps listed in the default app settings. This can be confusing and frustrating, but don't worry, we're here to help you fix this issue.

The default app settings in Windows allow you to choose which app should open when you perform certain actions, such as clicking on an email link. However, sometimes the list of apps may be empty, and you won't be able to select your preferred email app. There can be a few reasons why this happens, but we'll go through the most common ones and provide you with solutions.

Check for Updates

The first thing you should do is make sure that your Windows operating system is up to date. Microsoft regularly releases updates that fix bugs and improve the overall performance of the system. To check for updates, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Start menu and select "Settings".
2. In the Settings window, click on "Update & Security".
3. Click on "Check for updates" and wait for Windows to search for available updates.
4. If any updates are found, click on "Download" and let Windows install them.
5. Restart your computer if prompted to complete the update process.

Reset Default Apps

If updating your Windows didn't solve the issue, you can try resetting the default app settings. This will restore the default associations for all file types and protocols. Here's how to do it:

1. Click on the Start menu and select "Settings".
2. In the Settings window, click on "Apps".
3. In the left sidebar, click on "Default apps".
4. Scroll down and click on "Reset" under the "Reset to the Microsoft recommended defaults" section.
5. Restart your computer and check if the default app settings now show available apps.

Reinstall Email App

If the issue still persists, it's possible that your email app is not installed correctly or is corrupted. In this case, you can try reinstalling the app. Here's how:

1. Click on the Start menu and select "Settings".
2. In the Settings window, click on "Apps".
3. In the left sidebar, click on "Apps & features".
4. Scroll down and find your email app in the list.
5. Click on the app and select "Uninstall".
6. Once the app is uninstalled, go to the Microsoft Store or the official website of your email app and download the latest version.
7. Install the app and set it as the default email app when prompted.

These are the most common solutions to fix the issue of no apps appearing in the default app settings for email in Windows. If none of these solutions work for you, we recommend reaching out to Microsoft support or the support team of your email app for further assistance.