Frequent Question: Can You Reverse a Windows Update?
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To go back to a different update, you can go to Settings > Update & security > Windows Update > Update History, then click Uninstall Updates. Right-click on the recent updates added to your computer after the one you want to go back to, then click Uninstall.

How do I go back to a Windows Update date?

First, if you can get into Windows, follow these steps to roll back an update:

  1. Press Win+I to open the Settings app.
  2. Choose Update and Security.
  3. Click the Update History link.
  4. Click the Uninstall Updates link. …
  5. Choose the update you want to undo. …
  6. Click the Uninstall button that appears on the toolbar.

Can Windows 10 upgrade be reversed?

If you’ve upgraded a PC to Windows 10—not performed a clean install, but an upgrade—you have an easy option that lets you revert to the last version of Windows. To access this, hit Windows+I to open the Settings app, click the “Update & security” icon, and then switch to the “Recovery” tab.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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