How to Reinstall Minecraft

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Leave the Launcher alone.

   You don't need to delete the EXE file that you use to launch Minecraft, as it will be used to download the files again when you reinstall.
   
   You can ignore the Launcher during the uninstallation process.
   
   None of your settings or game files are actually stored in the Launcher, so deleting the Launcher doesn't accomplish anything, and actually makes the reinstallation process more difficult.
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   Step 2: Press .⊞ Win+R and type %appdata%.

   Press ↵ Enter to open the Roaming folder. , Double-click it to open it. , This will allow you to restore your saved worlds after reinstalling. , You should see the .minecraft folder again. , This will uninstall Minecraft from your computer. , If you've accidentally deleted it, you can download it again from minecraft.net.
   
   You'll need to log in with your Mojang account in order to access the Launcher file (which is why Step 1 says to leave it alone during reinstallation). , Minecraft will automatically install once you run the Launcher. , This will allow you to restore your saved worlds. , Confirm that you want to overwrite anything already there.
   
   This will restore your saved worlds next time you start Minecraft., If you're still having difficulties after reinstalling, you can try forcing updates. ,, option and then "Done". ,, If your game still isn't working, there may be something wrong with your Java installation.
   
   Click here for instructions on reinstalling Java. , If you're experiencing a lot of graphical issues, you may need to update your graphics card's software.
   
   Click here for detailed instructions on updating your drivers.
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   Step 3: Find the ..minecraft folder.

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   Step 4: Copy your .saves folder to a safe location.

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   Step 5: Go up one directory so you're back in Roaming.

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   Step 6: Right-click on the ..minecraft folder and select "Delete".

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   Step 7: Start the Minecraft launcher.

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   Step 8: Wait for Minecraft to install.

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   Step 9: Close Minecraft after it finishes installing and loading.

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    Step 10: Open the .minecraft folder again and drag the saves folder back into it.

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    Step 11: Start the Minecraft launcher.

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    Step 12: Select "Options".

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    Step 13: Click the "Forced Update!"

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    Step 14: Log into the game and allow the files to be downloaded.

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    Step 15: Try reinstalling Java if it still doesn't work.

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    Step 16: Update your video drivers.

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