Why does creative cloud want me to download my apps all the time when they are already downloaded

Try uninstalling and reinstalling the CC App:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-creative-cloud-desktop-app.html

https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/creative-cloud-desktop-app-download.html

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