Windows 11 running into issues with Snipping Tool, Touch Keyboard, and other built-in apps

Many of the built-in apps on Windows 11 won’t open on some PCs.

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What you need to know

Windows 11PCs may have an issue opening certain built-in applications. The Snipping Tool, Touch Keyboard, Voice Typing, and Emoji Panel are among the affected apps. The problem is related to an issue with a Microsoft digital certificate that expired on October 31, 2021. Release preview update KB5006746 can mitigate some of the issues. Microsoft is working on a fix for the Snipping tool and other remaining problems.

Microsoft detailsthe issue:

Starting on November 1, 2021, some users might be unable to open or use certain built-in Windows apps or parts of some built-in apps. This is caused by an issue with a Microsoft digital certificate, which expired October 31, 2021.

Windows 11 preview updateKB5006746mitigates the issue for the following apps:

The fixes in the preview update will likely make their way to Windows 11 in the next set of Patch Tuesday updates.

Microsoft is working on a fix for the Snipping tool and S mode-only issues.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.