Learn how to fix errors downloading or installing Windows updates with the Update Troubleshooter. Follow the steps to run the troubleshooter, restart your device, and check for new updates.

Learn how to fix common issues with Windows 11 or Windows 10 updates, such as error codes, slow installation, or missing files. Use the Windows Update troubleshooter or follow the steps in this article to resolve your update problems.

Learn how to fix devices that are not scanning for updates for certain internal reasons. This troubleshooter resets the update scanning process and runs automatically on Windows 10, version 1903 or 1909.

Learn how to use Windows Update to reinstall the current version of Windows and resolve issues related to updates. Find out when and why this tool is available or unavailable for your PC.

Allow the troubleshooter to run and then answer any questions on the screen. If you see a message that no changes or updates were necessary, you can try recovery options, or find out more about Outlook error codes and upgrade and installation error codes.

If you're having trouble installing updates, see Troubleshoot problems updating Windows. For answers to frequently asked questions, see Windows Update: FAQ. To get the latest major update of Windows 11, see Get the latest Windows update. Check for Windows updates.

If you run into problems updating your device, including problems with previous major updates, see common fixes at Troubleshoot problems updating Windows.

Windows Update Troubleshooter. “Automatically targets the device for an In-Place Upgrade due to recurring installation issues.”. This article describes the problem addressed by the troubleshooter, what it does to mitigate the problem, and the conditions that can cause it to run.

Learn how to troubleshoot Windows Update errors and compatibility issues with a "Fix issues" button. Find out what to do when you see a "Can't install updates" notification or a "What needs your attention" message.

Learn how the Windows Update troubleshooter fixes a boot failure problem caused by Disk Cleanup after installing a Windows update. The troubleshooter runs automatically on affected devices and disables Disk Cleanup until the next update.