How to Check Your Windows 11 Version: Easy Step-by-Step Guide
If you want to know which version of Windows 11 is on your computer, this guide will show you simple ways to check. Windows gets updates often, so the version might change over time.
Open Settings, navigate to System, then About, and look for “Windows specifications” to find your version. Alternatively, press Windows key + R, type “winver,” and press Enter to see your version and build number.
Why Check Your Windows Version?
Knowing your Windows version helps when you want to install new programs or troubleshoot problems. Some software only works with certain Windows versions.
Method 1Use the “About Windows” Screen
This is a quick way to see your Windows version.
- Press the Windows key and the R key on your keyboard at the same time. This opens the “Run” box.
- In the box, type
winverand press Enter.
The Run box with the command winver typed in.
A window called “About Windows” will pop up, showing your Windows version and build number.
About Windows window showing version and build number.
Method 2Find Windows Version Using Settings
You can also find your Windows version through the Settings app.
- Click the Start button (Windows icon) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
- Click on the Settings icon (looks like a gear). Or, press Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings directly.
Windows 11 Start menu with Settings gear icon.
In Settings:
- Click System on the left side menu.
- Scroll down and click on About at the bottom of the right side pane.
System option in the Settings app.
About option inside System settings.
Under Windows specifications, you will see the Version number listed.
Windows version number shown in About settings window.
Method 3Check Windows Version Using Registry Editor (Advanced)
This method is for users who feel comfortable with a more technical tool called the Registry Editor.
- Open the Registry Editor by pressing Windows key + R, typing
regedit, and pressing Enter. (If you want a guide on opening Registry Editor, see this tutorial.) - In Registry Editor, follow this path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion
- Look for DisplayVersion on the right side. This shows your Windows 11 version.
Windows version number shown in Registry Editor.
Summary
- You can check your Windows 11 version easily using the winver command, the Settings app, or Registry Editor.
- Knowing your Windows version helps you install the right software and keep your PC updated.
- The winver method is the fastest and easiest for most users.
- For more info about Windows 11 updates, visit Microsoft’s official Windows 11 release info page.
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