Minecraft is an expansive game. But all of that expansiveness can lead to some errors, which impede your gameplay experience. Some of those errors are easily fixable, while others can be a bit more confusing to solve.
This guide will break down one specific error, the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition waiting on install error. We’ll get into what that error is, why it may occur, and possible steps for you to solve it.
What Is The Minecraft Bedrock Waiting on Install Error?
This error can occur when you’re trying to launch Bedrock Edition from the Minecraft Launcher. As you may know, the Minecraft Launcher is a hub on Windows operating systems that allows you to manage and play the various Minecraft games, including Bedrock or Java Edition.
When you want to install a game from the Minecraft Launcher, you typically navigate to the game and click Install.
Once you click install, the game should download and install properly, and it should show you the installation process as well. You may also click the Install button when the game has any pending updates.
However, sometimes you may come across an error where the button says “waiting on install” and it never progresses past this. This is a problem, as it means the game won’t install properly and you can’t get into it.
If you’re trying to play Bedrock Edition (also known as Minecraft Windows), you may come across this issue.
How To Fix The Bedrock Install Error In The Minecraft Launcher?
While we cannot guarantee a fix, there are a few solutions you can try to solve this error.
Reinstall Minecraft
If you already have the game installed and you’re getting this error when trying to update to the latest version, you can try to uninstall and reinstall Minecraft. You can do this via the Minecraft Launcher or the Microsoft Store, though we’ll break down how to do it via the Launcher.
Make sure to back up your worlds before going through with this process.
1. Open the Bedrock Edition Tab
Head to the Bedrock Edition tab of the Minecraft Launcher.
2. Open the Installation Tab
Click on the Installation tab on the Launcher’s top navigation bar.
3. Click Uninstall
Click on the Uninstall button to begin the uninstallation process.
On the next pop-up, click Uninstall once again. Make sure to follow the linked guide there to back up your worlds if needed.
Once you’ve uninstalled the game, it’s time to reinstall it.
4. Select Latest Release
In the drop-down menu on the Launcher’s bottom left-hand side, select Latest Release.
5. Click Install
Click on Install to start the installation process.
6. Select a Drive
Finally, you’ll be asked which drive to install the game on. Select one and click Install.
Hopefully your game will properly install.
Windows Update To the Latest Version
If that doesn’t work, try updating your PC using Windows Update.
1. Open Windows Update
Open Windows Update by going to your PC search bar and typing in Windows Update Settings.
Click on the Settings to open them.
2. Click Check for Updates
Select Check for Updates, and install any updates your PC may require.
Update The Xbox App
If the previous steps don’t work, you can try updating the Xbox app.
1. Open the Microsoft Store
Open the Microsoft Store, which should be installed on your PC. You may have encountered it before when installing other apps.
2. Search for Xbox
Type Xbox in the search bar at the top.
Click Xbox in the search results.
3. Click Update
Next to the Open button, you should see one that says Update. Click on it.
Once the Xbox App is updated, try going into it and relaunching Minecraft via the Minecraft Launcher. If the game lets you install it, you should be good to go.
Repair The Microsoft Launcher
You can also try repairing the Minecraft Launcher to help with this issue.
1. Open Settings
Open your PC’s Settings app by going to its search bar and typing in Settings.
2. Open Apps
On the menu’s left-hand side, click on Apps.
3. Find Minecraft Launcher
Scroll down the list, or search for Minecraft Launcher in the app’s search bar.
4. Select Advanced Options
Using the elipses on the right-hand side, select Advanced Options.
5. Click Repair
Scroll down the list and select the Repair button. This will go through the repair process and may fix your app.
Hopefully one of these steps helped you with the installation error. If they didn’t, try filing a ticket with Mojang Studios’ support team for more assistance. They have certainly tested and reported on all kinds of issues like this. You can also make a post on their bug report page.
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Max is a freelance writer with a love for gaming and technology. He’s always looking for the next big game to play and tinkers with tech in his remaining free time.
Have they actually tried this? When I go to installations I have C: and under that it states [Waiting on install] next windows says [Check for Updates] but is unable to be clicked as the launcher is waiting for install.
Next you have Minecraft: Bedrock edition Preview installation and below that a box that states [Waiting on Install]
I am just curious how if you are stuck on [Waiting on install] you will ever get the option to [reinstall]?