How to Switch Out of S Mode?

This article will help you to remove the Windows S Mode on your computer. Kindly follow the steps below to fix the issue

For Windows 10

Windows 10 in S mode only runs apps that you can find in the Microsoft Store. If you want to install an app that is not available in the Store, you will need to switch out of S mode.

NOTE: Switching out of S mode is one-way. You cannot enable it again once you go back to Windows 10 Home or 10 Pro.

1. Click the Start , then go to Settings > Update & Security > Activation.
2. In the Switch to Windows 10 Home/Pro section, click Go to the Store.
3. On the Switch out of S mode page, click the Get button.

For Windows 11

Windows 11 in S mode is designed for security and performance, exclusively running apps from the Microsoft Store.

If you want to install an app that is not available in the Microsoft Store, you need to switch out of S mode.

IMPORTANT: Switching out of S mode is one-way. You cannot enable it again once you go back to Windows 11 Home or 11 Pro.

1. Click the Start , then go to Settings > System > Activation.
2. In the Switch to Windows 11 Home/Pro section, click Go to the Store.

   NOTE: If you see the Upgrade your edition of Windows section, DO NOT CLICK the Go to the Store link that you see there.

3. On the Switch out of S mode page, click the Get button.