Fix Windows Defender Stuck Loading After Update - Troubleshooting Microsoft Store Error 0x80131500-Reduce Windows Terminal CPU Usage Settings

Updated 2026-06-17 20:43:17macos-help
Fix Windows Defender Stuck Loading After Update - Troubleshooting Microsoft Store Error 0x80131500-Reduce Windows Terminal CPU Usage Settings
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.