Solved How to get apps from insider channels to stable version?

Elisyan · Aug 20, 2023

Hey guys

I wanted to ask that if there is a way to download apps from Insider channels without joining the program?
Is there a site to store these apps? (something like apkmirror for android apps)

For example, I want to download latest version of MS Paint in Canary channel but I couldn't find a place to get it.
I found an older version (11.2304.17.0) but it doesn't have centered canvas.

garlin · Aug 20, 2023

Insider and Preview versions of Store apps may be found on Microsoft Store - Generation Project (v1.2.3) [by @rgadguard & mkuba50]

1. Under the first field, select PackageFamilyName
2. Enter Microsoft.MSPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe in the second box.
3. Select Fast in the last field.

Click the ✓ symbol to search the database.

On the search results page, look for the last link that resembles:
Microsoft.Paint_11.2306.23.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe.msixbundle

The version number will always vary, but look for [Year] 2023 or 23. Older versions won't follow the [Year] naming scheme.
And the file must be followed by extension .appxbundle or .msixbundle.

Download the file. Click on it in Explorer to install. Whether an Appx package works on a different Windows release is unknown, but more often than not -- they will run. Some features might be broken if they're expecting OS support.

garlin · Aug 20, 2023

Canary is currently Paint 11.2306.23.0

Small update for the Paint app for Windows 11 rolling out with UI changes

Hello Windows Insiders, We have some small improvements for the Paint app rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels (version 11.2306.23.0). With this update, we are building on the

blogs.windows.com

Elisyan · Aug 20, 2023

garlin said:
Microsoft Store - Generation Project (v1.2.3) [by @rgadguard & mkuba50]

Thanks bro, this exactly what I wanted

Btw the package name you gave me was for Paint 3D
I searched for Paint (with product ID) and it seems the have the older version (11.2304.30.0)
I have to wait I guess

garlin · Aug 20, 2023

Sorry, wrong copy/paste from my apps list.

Paint 3D = Microsoft.MSPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe
Paint = Microsoft.Paint_8wekyb3d8bbwe -> Microsoft.Paint_11.2306.23.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe.msixbundle

Elisyan · Aug 20, 2023

garlin said:
Sorry, wrong copy/paste from my apps list.

Paint 3D = Microsoft.MSPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe
Paint = Microsoft.Paint_8wekyb3d8bbwe -> Microsoft.Paint_11.2306.23.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe.msixbundle

I tried it with Fast and I found the new update
I couldn't find it with RP
What's the difference between those?

garlin · Aug 20, 2023

Those are the original release Rings, now renamed as Channels.

Fast = bleeding edge

Slow = beta

RP = release preview (early access of final build)

Retail = production

Introducing Windows Insider Channels

Debi Marie · Aug 20, 2023

garlin said:
Insider and Preview versions of Store apps may be found on Microsoft Store - Generation Project (v1.2.3) [by @rgadguard & mkuba50]

1. Under the first field, select PackageFamilyName
2. Enter Microsoft.MSPaint_8wekyb3d8bbwe in the second box.
3. Select Fast in the last field.

Click the ✓ symbol to search the database.

View attachment 68369

On the search results page, look for the last link that resembles:
Microsoft.Paint_11.2306.23.0_neutral_~_8wekyb3d8bbwe.msixbundle

The version number will always vary, but look for [Year] 2023 or 23. Older versions won't follow the [Year] naming scheme.
And the file must be followed by extension .appxbundle or .msixbundle.

Download the file. Click on it in Explorer to install. Whether an Appx package works on a different Windows release is unknown, but more often than not -- they will run. Some features might be broken if they're expecting OS support.

Good evening. I was wondering if you could provide me with a similar link with which to download Win 11 23H2 (Home) or correct me should I have been misinformed. Thanking you in advance.

garlin · Aug 21, 2023

This question is about "borrowing" Apps from the Preview build.

If you want to try the 23H2 Preview, you need to download an unofficial ISO, and perform an upgrade to keep your existing files and programs. Your PC might not meet eligibility requirements unless it was purchased within the last 3 years.

Please check if these instructions are too difficult for you to follow:

How to download Windows 11 23H2 ISO (preview) - Pureinfotech

To download Windows 11 23H2 ISO (preview), get the UUP Dump tool, extract the files, run script to create ISO, and use Rufus to create USB.

pureinfotech.com

For those who haven't done a successful Windows upgrade from ISO, it might be safer to wait until 23H2 is released in Oct./Nov.
As always if you care about your files, make a full system backup before trying the update.

Debi Marie · Aug 21, 2023

garlin said:
This question is about "borrowing" Apps from the Preview build.

If you want to try the 23H2 Preview, you need to download an unofficial ISO, and perform an upgrade to keep your existing files and programs. Your PC might not meet eligibility requirements unless it was purchased within the last 3 years.

Please check if these instructions are too difficult for you to follow:

How to download Windows 11 23H2 ISO (preview) - Pureinfotech

To download Windows 11 23H2 ISO (preview), get the UUP Dump tool, extract the files, run script to create ISO, and use Rufus to create USB.

pureinfotech.com

For those who haven't done a successful Windows upgrade from ISO, it might be safer to wait until 23H2 is released in Oct./Nov.
As always if you care about your files, make a full system backup before trying the update.

I'm grateful for this information and advise. However, I was at the UUPdump page attempting to get the ISO created, and got lost with that Aria 2.0 download. On second thought, I do believe I shant fret this one any longer and await the release date. I keep my laptop backed up regularly, so no worries there. According to what I've read regarding eligibility requirements, this Asus Tuf A 17 will be able to run the 23H2 programme.
Thank you again for your time and assistance.

garlin · Aug 21, 2023

UUP dump's script is self-contained and will download all the tools it needs (including Aria2, which is a faster download app). One thing is you might do is temporarily disable any anti-virus protection. There's a lot of privileged apps creating a ton of files in a short time period which makes your AV think it's all suspicious activity.

Otherwise, you're not required to do anything special and the script will use default settings.

johnlgalt · Aug 21, 2023

Debi Marie said:
Good evening. I was wondering if you could provide me with a similar link with which to download Win 11 23H2 (Home) or correct me should I have been misinformed. Thanking you in advance.

We have a great tutorial that will walk you through the entire process.

UUP Dump - Download Windows Insider ISO Tutorial

UUP Dump is the most practical and easy way to get ISO images of any Insider Windows 10 or Windows 11 version, as soon as Microsoft has released a new build. UUP Dump creates a download configuration file according to your choices, downloads necessary files directly from Microsoft servers, and...

www.elevenforum.com

Also, we have a section where all the latest Insider Preview builds are mentioned - the current ones are always pinned here:

Windows 11 News

Latest Windows 11 News

www.elevenforum.com

And every single one of those that are insiders post by @Brink will also have the same link to the UUPDUMP tutorial above:

The current listing of available Insider Preview builds from Microsoft

Inside any of those posts is where you'll find both a direct link for hte UUPDUMP .ISO builder is, as well as the above linked UUPDUMP tutorial:

Just scroll to the bottom of the first post, @Brink always has those there.

Debi Marie · Aug 21, 2023

johnlgalt said:
We have a great tutorial that will walk you through the entire process.

UUP Dump - Download Windows Insider ISO Tutorial

UUP Dump is the most practical and easy way to get ISO images of any Insider Windows 10 or Windows 11 version, as soon as Microsoft has released a new build. UUP Dump creates a download configuration file according to your choices, downloads necessary files directly from Microsoft servers, and...

www.elevenforum.com

Also, we have a section where all the latest Insider Preview builds are mentioned - the current ones are always pinned here:

Windows 11 News

Latest Windows 11 News

www.elevenforum.com

And every single one of those that are insiders post by @Brink will also have the same link to the UUPDUMP tutorial above:

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The current listing of available Insider Preview builds from Microsoft

Inside any of those posts is where you'll find both a direct link for hte UUPDUMP .ISO builder is, as well as the above linked UUPDUMP tutorial:

View attachment 68480

Just scroll to the bottom of the first post, @Brink always has those there.

I shall be looking into all this Intel that you have shared with me; it is quite the lot for attending to. However, at this point, I do have a few simple questions to ask of you.
First: what is the difference between the 22621.2213 and the 23526.1000 releases?? My OS is Win 11 Home and I plan on upgrading to Win 11 Pro very soon.
Second: The AMD64 and the ARM64 aspect is rather confusing at the moment. Should I download the AMD64 as I have an AMD CPU here??

Let me get on with all this and see what mayhem I can generate within the land of cyberspace... As always, I'm rather grateful for your assistance and also to those which have left these insights for all to be guided by.

johnlgalt · Aug 21, 2023

Debi Marie said:
First: what is the difference between the 22621.2213 and the 23526.1000 releases?? My OS is Win 11 Home and I plan on upgrading to Win 11 Pro very soon.

The Insider Preview channel.

If you look at my screenshot again, You'll notice they always have a word or two after the word Insider:

Canary
Dev
Beta
Release Preview

Those are the 4 channels of Insider Builds. You can read more about them in this tutorial:

Add or Remove Windows Insider Program Settings page in Windows 11 Tutorial

Flighting is the process of running Windows Insider Preview Builds on your device. When you run these early versions of Windows and give Microsoft feedback, you can help Microsoft shape the future of Windows. Once you've registered for the Windows Insider Program, you can run Insider Preview...

www.elevenforum.com

In that one are links to official Microsoft documents explaining in more detail what flighting is, as well as links to register for Insider builds, and more.