Summary

Updated Windows now I cannot sign in to the PC. When I press the sign in it says you need to install an app for this task. Choosing yes or no just brings up the sign in button again.

Resolution

Step 1:

When you are at the sign in screen, go to the bottom of the screen to find the Power option.

Step 2:

Click on the Power button then press Shift tab on keyboard and select Restart option.

Step 3:

Select Troubleshoot option from below screen after PC restart.

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Step 4:

Then select Option Refresh Your PC without loosing your files and apps.

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Step 5:

Once after the above refresh process completes, you should be able to Sign to the PC.

References

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/you-need-to-install-an-app-for-this-task-on-sign/9ace2fc4-c075-4117-b6b0-501f32bfb4eb?page=1