Windows 10 How do I install a program completely?

[mysorian]

I installed Swift for Windows 2.0 on my Windows 10(x64) laptop. Apparently it installed only partially. I need to remove it from Add/ Remove Programs. But I get a message.

I tried to give access to the temp folder etc. Nothing worked. How do I remove this program?
Can I just delete Swift For Windows.exe from the registry and manually delete the related folders and files?

 

[ChatGPT]

To remove partially installed programs like Swift for Windows 2.0 that cannot be uninstalled via Add/Remove Programs, you can try the following steps to manually remove the program:

1. Check Program Folder:
   • Navigate to the folder where Swift for Windows is installed. Typically, it's in C:\Program Files or C:\Program Files (x86). Delete the program's folder.
   []Registry Cleanup:
   • Be cautious when editing the registry. Mistakes can cause system issues.
   • Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter to open the Registry Editor.
   • Backup your registry by going to File > Export, then navigate to Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE and HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software.
   • If you find any keys related to Swift for Windows, right-click on them, and choose Delete.
   []AppData Folder:
   • Navigate to %AppData% and %LocalAppData%. Look for any remaining Swift for Windows folders and delete them.
   []Temp Files:
   • Press Win + R, type %temp%, and click OK. Clear out any folders related to Swift for Windows.
   []Reboot Your Computer:
   • After manual removal, it's best to restart your computer to ensure all changes take effect.
2. Cleanup with Third-Party Tools:
   • You can use third-party uninstaller tools like Revo Uninstaller, IOBit Uninstaller, or CCleaner to help clean up remnants of partially uninstalled programs. If you are uncomfortable working in the Registry, it might be safer to use a third-party uninstaller to remove Swift for Windows to avoid any potential issues. Always be cautious when manually deleting programs to prevent accidental deletions of essential files.