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How to download and install Windows 10 April Update
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you’re eager to run the latestWindows 10version, check out this guide to learn how you caninstall the Windows 10 April Updateon your computer.
Microsoft released theWindows 10 version 1803on April 30. Keep in mind that this will be a gradual roll out and the update won’t be available for all users at the same time. There are two main methods to get the update and we’ll show you how to use each one.
How to download Windows 10 April Update
You can upgrade to the April Update automatically through Windows Update or by manually installing the update.
First things first, you need to make sure that you computer is perfectly capable of running the new OS. Check thesystem requirementsand upgrade only if your computer meets all of them. Otherwise, you risk running into all kinds oftechnical issuesand errors.
Windows 10 April Updatesystem requirements
If you already installed theFall Creators Update, then you shouldn’t encounter any problems while upgrading toWindows 10version 1803. However, keep in mind that if you want to take full advantage of the newestWindows 10features, you’ll need more than just the minimumsystem requirements.
Windows 10now focuses on a series of advanced and resource-demanding features such asMixed Reality, 3D objects, Game DVR and more.
Speaking of which, if you’re planning to use theWindows 10SCU to run Mixed Reality app, thendownload this official toolfrom Microsoft to learn if your machine supports Mixed Reality.
Install Windows 10 version 1803 through Windows Update
If you want to install the Windows 10 April Update quickly and safely, the best way to do it is through Windows Update. This is actually the easiest way for most users to get the latest updates.
Simply navigate toSettings>Update & security> Windows Update and check for updates.
As stated at the beginning of this post, the Windows 10 April Update won’t be available in all the regions at the same time. If your computer doesn’t detect any new updates, simply wait for a few hours or days until Microsoft deploys the SCU to your region as well.
Once your machine has found the update, wait until thedownloadprocess completed and then simply follow the on-screen instructions and you’ll install the update on your computer. It’s as simple as that.
If you don’t wait to wait until your update appears in Windows Update, you can manually installWindows 10version 1803 bydownloading the ISO file.
How to manually install Windows 10 April Update
As it happens with every new update, when the Windows 10 April Update becomes available, Microsoft also publishes the installation files on itsofficial website.
The installation files are available in the form of aMedia Creation tooland offers you two options: you candownloadthe ISO file and then mount the USB later, or create an installation media right away.
If you haven’t installedWindows 10manually before, Microsoft has got you covered. The company listed a thorough step-by-step guide on the official update webpage offering you detailed instruction on how to upgrade to the latestWindows 10version.
There you go, this is how you can install the April Update on your computer. So, are you going to install the update as soon as it’s available or wait for a few more days to see if users stumble upon any major technical issues? Let us know in the comments below.
If you decide to postpone upgrading toWindows 10version 1830, check outthis guideto learn how you can block the update.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
