In most cases, in order to start using a program, it must first be installed on the computer. So is the case with the BlueStacks emulator. However, some users may find an error during the installation. This article will tell you what to do if the error "Failed to install the BlueStacks application" appears.
Causes of the error
Did you notice the message “Failed to install BlueStacks”? What to do in this case? Well, first of all, you need to figure out why the error appears. So, the following factors may be the reason for this:
- The program was incorrectly deleted from the computer. In most cases, this is what causes the problem. The fact is that many people delete the program incorrectly, doing it through the "Explorer".
- The program is already installed on the computer. It is unlikely, but it can still happen. In this case, double-check if the emulator version is installed on your device.
- The emulator files remained in the system registry, which affect the installation of a new version of the program. Even if you correctly performed the removal of BlueStacks from the computer, some files may still remain in the system registry.
Despite the fact that there are three reasons for the “Failed to install BlueStacks to install” error, there is only one solution - you need to remove all traces of the program completely from the computer.
The first way: using the uninstall file
First, consider a semi-automatic solution to the problem, which in most cases helps to cope with the "Failed to install BlueStacks" error. It consists in the use of special software that cleans the computer from all files of the emulator. But first you will need to delete some files manually.
- Reboot your computer.
- Open the Run window. To do this, just press Win + R.
- Enter the command "% temp%" (without quotes) in the appropriate field.
- Click OK.
- In the file manager window that opens, select and delete all folders with files.
Thus, we will delete all temporary computer files that are residual and are not needed for the correct operation of the programs. Now you can proceed to delete the rest.
- Download the HD-Uninstaller_native program. It is distributed on the Internet for free.
- Run the downloaded file.
- Give permission to delete all BlueStacks files.
After that, all unnecessary from the computer will be removed, and you can complete the installation of the BlueStacks program.
The second way: manual cleaning of the system
If you still could not install BlueStacks, then you will have to resort to manual cleaning of the system from the residual files. To do this, run the "Programs and Features" utility, find BlueStacks (if there is a program) in the list, and click the "Uninstall" button.
Or open "Explorer" and search with the word bluestacks. Delete all found files and folders. Remember to empty the basket after that. You can also download CCleaner or any other similar program and clean the registry. You can still free it manually.
After completing all these steps, restart the computer. As soon as you get to the desktop again, try to install the emulator, the error "Failed to install BlueStacks" should disappear.