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Why is the Luna Display PC app failing to install?

Learn how to fix Luna Display Windows installation errors as well as the proper installation process

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Quick answer

💻 Luna Display installation failing on Windows? Download from our official downloads page and run the Setup Wizard with administrator privileges.

Remove any old versions first if installation continues to fail.

⚠️ Common issues:

  • Admin privileges: Installation requires administrator access

  • Old versions: Previous Microsoft Store versions may conflict

  • Download source: Use official downloads page only

  • System requirements: Ensure Windows 10/11 compatibility

Installation Process

📥 Standard Installation Steps

Follow these steps for a successful installation:

  1. Download: Get Luna Display for Windows from the official downloads page

  2. Run Setup Wizard: Launch the Luna Display Setup Wizard

  3. Choose location: Select installation folder (default: C:\Program Files\Astropad\Luna Display\)

  4. Install: Click Install to begin installation

  5. Complete: Click Finish when installation is complete

💡 Pro tip: Always download from the official Astropad downloads page to ensure you have the latest version.

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

🔐 Administrator Privileges Required

Luna Display needs admin access to install properly:

  • Requirement: Administrator privileges needed for support components

  • Solution: Ensure you're logged in as an administrator

  • Alternative: Right-click installer and select "Run as administrator"

🗂️ Old Version Conflicts

Previous installations may cause conflicts:

  • Issue: Old Microsoft Store versions can interfere with new installation

  • Solution: Remove old versions before installing the new app

  • Note: Earlier versions used different installer methods

⁉️ Missing Dependencies

If you encounter errors such as:

  • "Something went wrong"

  • Error 1403

  • Error 1622

Our app was unable to fully install Apple's USB drivers.

Solution: Install iTunes for Windows, open the iTunes app, and agree to any terms. This will install and enable the missing drivers.

Removing Luna Display

🗑️ Uninstalling Luna Display

If you need to remove Luna Display before reinstalling:

  1. Open Settings: Go to Windows Settings

  2. Navigate to Apps: Select Apps or Apps & features

  3. Find Luna Display: Locate Luna Display in the app list

  4. Uninstall: Click Luna DisplayUninstall

💡 Complete removal: This ensures a clean installation when you reinstall the latest version.

Additional Troubleshooting

🔧 Still Having Issues?

If installation problems persist:

Check system requirements:

  • Windows 10 (64-bit, Build 1809 or newer) or Windows 11

  • Administrator access

  • Sufficient disk space

Common solutions:

  • Restart computer before attempting installation

  • Temporarily disable antivirus during installation

  • Clear browser cache if download seems corrupted

  • Download fresh installer from official source

Windows-specific fixes:

  • Run Windows Update to ensure system is current

  • Check Windows Installer service is running

  • Verify .NET Framework is installed and updated

Need More Help?

If you're still experiencing installation issues, contact our support team with:

  • Your Windows version

  • Error messages (if any)

  • Steps you've already tried

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