How To Uninstall Windows 10 Updates

Windows 10 is the latest operating system of Microsoft which was first released in 2015. It has since then been getting regular software updates providing it more features and making it more secure. Generally, these updates should be installed immediately as it will improve the performance of your computer however there are instances when it can cause certain issues. In this latest installment of our troubleshooting series we will show you how to uninstall windows 10 updates.

Uninstall Windows 10 updates manually

If you are experiencing issues on your computer after downloading and installing an update then there’s a possibility that the problem is caused by this update. Although these updates can improve the stability and security of your computer sometimes it can cause certain drivers to fail or apps to crash. The problem can sometimes be in the installation process and by the actual update. Here’s how to remove the update from your PC.

Time needed: 5 minutes.

Remove Windows 10 update

  1. Click on the Start button.

    This is located on the lower left side of the screen.remove windows 10 update

  2. Click on Settings.

    This will open the Settings window.Uninstall Windows 10 Updates

  3. Click on Update & Security.

    This is usually the last icon on the Settings window.Windows 10 update and security

  4. Click on Windows Update.

    This can be found on the left pane.Windows update

  5. Click on View update history link.

    This can be found on the right pane.view update history

  6. Click on Uninstall updates.

    This is the first link on the top left side of the window.uninstall updates

  7. Highlight the latest update by clicking on it then click on uninstall.

    This will uninstall the update.uninstall an update

  8. Click yes on the new window that pops up.

    This will confirm the uninstall procedure.are you sure you want to uninstall this update

Restart the computer. This will ensure that the changes made will take effect. After performing these steps you will successfully uninstall Windows 10 updates.

How to reinstall update in Windows 10

If you would like to reinstall an update on your computer then here’s how to do it.

  • Click on the Start button. 
  • Click on Settings.
  • Click on Update & Security
  • Click on Windows Update
  • Click on Check for updates. Windows will download and install updates.
  • Restart your computer.

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