If the App Store won't load or work properly on your Mac computer, there are a number of ways to troubleshoot the problem.

If you own an Apple device —iPhone, iPad, Mac, or the Apple Watch— Apple's App Store is the only source of apps for your device, which means it's a fairly big deal if you're unable to access it.

Update: The Apple system status now says Apple TV, Apple Music and App Store issues are now resolved. Apple online services are currently experience a big outage that has lasted a couple hours already ...