Instructions for Installing and Uninstalling YouTube Music Application on a Windows Computer or Laptop
Installing and Uninstalling YouTube Music as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on Windows PC or Laptop
For a seamless and integrated listening experience, YouTube Music offers a desktop version of its app, available as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on both Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install and uninstall the YouTube Music PWA on your Windows PC or laptop.
Installing YouTube Music PWA
- Open your preferred browser, either Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, and navigate to music.youtube.com.
- Click on the browser’s three-dot menu located in the top-right corner.
- Select "Install YouTube Music" from the dropdown menu.
- Click the "Install" button on the prompt to create a desktop shortcut and launch YouTube Music as a standalone app.
By choosing this method, you'll enjoy a native app-like experience without the need for third-party software. This setup works on both Windows 10 and Windows 11 in Chrome and Edge.
Uninstalling YouTube Music PWA
To remove the PWA from your system, follow these steps:
- Find the YouTube Music app icon in your Start Menu or desktop.
- Right-click on the app and choose "Uninstall".
Alternatively, in Chrome or Edge, you can:
- Open the three-dot menu.
- Select "Apps".
- Choose "Manage Apps".
- Find YouTube Music and select "Remove" or "Uninstall".
This method ensures a straightforward uninstallation process, with no complications involved. For a clean uninstall, it's recommended to check the box offering to "Remove this apps data from Microsoft Edge" or "Remove this apps data from Chrome" during the uninstallation process.
Summary
| Task | Google Chrome / Edge Steps | |--------------------|---------------------------------------------------| | Install YouTube Music PWA | Visit music.youtube.com > Menu (three dots) > "Install YouTube Music" > Confirm install | | Uninstall YouTube Music PWA | Right-click app in Start Menu/Desktop > Uninstall OR Browser menu > Apps > Manage Apps > Remove |
With these simple steps, you can manage your YouTube Music desktop app with ease, enjoying your favourite tunes without the clutter of a web browser.
While you can install the YouTube Music Progressive Web App (PWA) on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge for a seamless listening experience, you may also find a variety of smartphones and gadgets with the YouTube Music app installed for on-the-go music enjoyment. To entirely remove the YouTube Music PWA from your Windows PC or laptop, right-click the app icon in the Start Menu or Desktop and select "Uninstall", or access this option through the browser's menu, apps section, and manage apps submenu, then choose "Remove" or "Uninstall".
