To uninstall recent Windows updates in Windows 10 or Windows 11:
Method 1: From Windows Settings
- Open Settings (
Windows + I). - Go to Windows Update.
- Select Update history.
- Scroll down and click Uninstall updates.
- In the Control Panel window that opens:
- Select the update you want to remove (usually a KB number).
- Click Uninstall.
- Restart your PC if prompted.
Method 2: From Advanced Startup (if Windows won't boot properly)
- Hold Shift while clicking Restart.
- Navigate to:
- Troubleshoot
- Advanced options
- Uninstall Updates
- Choose either:
- Uninstall latest quality update (monthly cumulative update)
- Uninstall latest feature update (major Windows version upgrade)
- Follow the prompts and restart.
Method 3: Using Command Prompt
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
List installed updates:
wmic qfe list brief /format:tableUninstall a specific update:
wusa /uninstall /kb:1234567Replace
1234567with the actual KB number.
Prevent Windows from Reinstalling It Immediately
After uninstalling:
- Go to Settings → Windows Update.
- Click Pause updates temporarily.
Additional Options:
Disable Windows 11 Updates
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