If you are receiving an error message with a specific error code, try running the Windows Update Troubleshooter. If that doesn't resolve the issue, see Fix Windows Update errors and follow the instructions to help resolve common update issues.

To fix problems using Windows Update: Select Start > Settings > System > Recovery > Fix problems using Windows Update. After you select the Reinstall now option, choose if you want to allow the PC to automatically restart 15 minutes after the installation completes.

Troubleshooter for repairing Windows Update system files and settings. This article describes the problem addressed by the troubleshooter, what it does to mitigate them, and the conditions that can cause it to run.

If you get an error code while downloading and installing Windows updates, the Update Troubleshooter can help resolve the problem. Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters. Next, under Get up and running, select Windows Update > Run the troubleshooter.

If you’re trying to update your version of Windows 10 and Windows Update runs into a problem, you might see a notification that updates can’t be installed or a “Fix issues” button on the Windows Update page in Settings. This article will explain what to do when you see those messages.

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Learn how to fix problems with Windows 10 updates when you see a "Fix issues" button on the Windows Update page in Settings. Find out the possible causes and solutions for different error messages, such as "Can't install updates" or "Windows 10 isn't ready for your PC yet".

If you get an error when trying to update, see Fix Windows Update issues. If you're trying to activate Windows 11, see Activate Windows for more info. If you're having trouble installing updates, see Troubleshoot problems updating Windows .

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

Check recommended troubleshooting history to see if this troubleshooter has been run on your device by going to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > View troubleshooting history. An explanation of the Windows Update troubleshooter and of the issue that it addresses.