Starting today, the consistent distribution of Windows 10 Creators Update begins in all countries. The update is carried out in stages, starting with the newest machines.
The key to our phased approach is to pay more attention to any feedback signals, user feedback, and adjust the product accordingly as we roll out incrementally. This will help us ensure the best possible experience for the widest possible user base and improve the quality and security of Windows 10. We released a cumulative update today, using feedback from insiders and early adopters. This update resolves a number of issues, including driver compatibility for certain printers. Feel free to continue to submit your feedback on the new release through the Feedback Hub.
If you want the most efficient version, we advise you to wait until Windows 10 automatically prompts you to install it on your device. However, if you are impatient, you can manually download the update yourself from the Software Download Site by following the instructions below. This option is recommended for advanced users of devices with a licensed version of Windows 10.
There are two ways to get the Windows 10 Creators Update
- Get the update automatically as part of a phased release
As we did before, if your device is allowed to install the Creators Update, you will be prompted to make a number of important privacy decisions before you can install the Creators Update.
Depending on your answers, the system may offer you additional options at the end of the installation process. You will be able to specify a convenient installation time, postpone the update for several days and specify the "Active hours" when you should not be bothered with updates.
- Manual update from download site
Advanced users have two installation options. Recommended option is to use Update Assistant(Update Assistant). To do this, click the Update Now button on the Software Download website. Another option is to download and run the Media Creation Tool, which will guide you through a clean install or reinstallation of Windows 10. During the manual update process, when you launch the Creators Update for the first time, you will be prompted for privacy options.
The Creators Update for Windows Phone, scheduled for late April, will follow the same phased process. Please note that update availability may vary depending on the manufacturer, model, country or region, mobile operator or service provider, installed programs, hardware limitations, and other circumstances such as customer feedback.
After the release of the final update Windows 10 Creators Update 1703, many users faced a number of problems. For some, the Control Panel is gone, for others the font has become large and cannot be replaced with a small one. Also, on some computers, lags began to appear when starting Explorer. Naturally, such problems are associated with new components of Windows 10, version 1703. On the Microsoft forum, it is reported that fixes will be released in the near future. However, those users who do not want to wait for the next update and want to roll back to build 1607 can use the following recommendations.
First way to rollback working Windows 10 1703 to build 1607
If you have problems with Windows 10 build 1703, but the system works, you can rollback in the following way.
- Click "Start" and select "Options". We find the section "Update and Security".
- In the menu on the left, select the "Recovery" subsection. Here we click on the "Start" button in the "Return to the previous build of Windows 10".
- A small window will appear with the reasons why you are going to rollback. Choose the one you need or write a comment. We press "Next".
- The next step is to click "No thanks". The system will prompt you to install updates. Updates may solve the problem, but you will install them at your own risk.
- Click "Next".
- We remember the login password (if you asked it). We press "Next".
- At the last stage, click "Return to the previous Windows".
- The computer will reboot and repair build 1607 will begin.
It is important to note that the restoration of the previous build of Windows 10 will be performed with the preservation of data and settings. All settings will be saved.
Rollback non-working Windows 10 build 1703
If the system stops loading after downloading the Creators Update, you can rollback using the following method:
- We connect the installation flash drive to the PC. We start the installation. We select the language and region. We press "Next".
- Click "System Restore".
- A new window will appear. We select "Troubleshooting".
- In the "Additional parameters" select the item "Return to the previous version".
- We choose "Windows 10". If you have just recently moved to the top ten, Windows may also be on the list. Click "Return to the previous Windows".
As in the previous method, the computer will reboot and the restoration of the operating system will begin.
To learn how to roll back the system after an unsuccessful update of Windows 10 Creators Update 1703, see the video:
Microsoft once gave Windows 7 and 8.1 users the option to upgrade to Windows 10 for free. This option was dropped at the end of July 2016 after the Anniversary Update, and with the Creators Update, it reappeared. In order to activate Windows 10, you need a Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 activation key. You can enter it by going to Settings> Update & Security> Activation.
Likewise, it was possible to activate Windows 10 from October 2015 after upgrading from previous versions of Windows. The new version of Windows was activated by a license key that was attached to the boxed version of the previous versions of the operating system or provided by the computer manufacturer. Windows 10 does not have such a key; activation is tied to a user account and a specific set of equipment.
Windows 10 Creators Update does not automatically pick up the activation key from previous versions of Windows, so a clean install using an ISO file, disc or flash drive is required. If you don't have a Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 key, you can buy one for a little money, and it costs a lot less than direct activation of Windows 10.
Install Windows 10 Creators Update now, you don't have to wait until April 11 for the official release of this update. To do this, download the Windows Installer, run it and perform a clean install. You can also create installation media using this utility, or download an ISO image from Microsoft. A clean install does not save apps, settings, and user files.
Users of the activated version of Windows 10 need not worry - the Creators Update is free for them and will automatically install via Windows Update on April 11th. You won't have to pay for the update.
Upgrading from the release build of Windows 10 to the Creators Update is absolutely painless, it leaves all the data and does not confuse the computer settings. You can check out what's new with the Windows 10 Creators Update on ours.
Microsoft has previously provided unofficial, but completely legal opportunities to activate Windows 10 for free or at minimal cost. This probably allows her to increase the number of users of the new operating system and at the same time generate income from those who buy licenses.
On October 17, Microsoft will begin distributing version 1709, also known as the Fall Creators Update, to devices running Windows 10. This is the fourth major update to Windows 10 and a sequel to the Creators Update released in the spring. It contains new functionality and a number of changes to improve productivity and device security.
The new version will include the People hub and OneDrive files on demand, and the Fluent Design interface is gradually being introduced. Windows Defender Security Center includes a new data protection feature, the Settings app has received many new settings, including for the voice assistant Cortana. The Edge browser and many other aspects of the system were not forgotten.
Like previous updates, 1709 will be rolled out in stages. This means that a small number of users will see it on the first day. It will take months to fully roll out, so there is a chance that you will see this version in the update center closer to the new year. For those who don't want to wait, there are several ways to install the update yourself.
In this guide, we will describe four methods to do this on computers, laptops and tablets: through Windows Update, using the update Assistant, the Media Creation Tool, and the Windows Insider Testing Program.
Installing via Windows Update
The easiest way to install is to wait for a notification from Windows Update. You don't have to wait: when the update begins to spread, you can force it to be installed through the update center.
When you have completed these steps, the update will start installing on the device, but it will take a little longer. If a window appears, select your privacy settings and proceed with the installation.
It should also be remembered that in the previous version of Windows 10 introduced a mechanism called "Unified Update Platform". Thanks to it, the size of updates is 35% smaller and the installation is faster.
Updating with Update Assistant
The computer may be compatible with the latest version of Windows 10, but for various reasons it does not appear in Update Center. In this case, a tool called Windows 10 Update Assistant can be used.If you want to install the update immediately after it appeared, or after a few weeks it still did not appear in the update center, follow these steps:
- 2. Double-click to run the Windows10Upgrade.exe file.
- 3. Click on the "Update Now" button.
- 4. If your device is compatible, click the Next button.
- 5. Click on the "Restart Now" button to start the installation.
This process usually takes less than 30 minutes, although it all depends on the speed of the Internet access and the hardware characteristics of the device.
Installing with the Media Creation Tool
Microsoft offers a tool called Media Creation Tool. It allows you to upgrade or clean install Windows 10 version 1709. Sometimes you have to wait before an update is available in this tool.When this happens, you need to follow these steps to install:
After completing these steps, the update installation process will be completed with the saving of files, settings and applications.
If you encounter problems during the updates, the Media Creation Tool can also be used to create bootable media so that you can clean install or update Windows 10 from it.
How to upgrade to the Fall Creators Update using the Windows Insider Program
Those who want to install the update before everyone else can join the Windows Insider Testing Program. This program is designed to give application developers and enthusiasts early access to the future functionality of Windows 10. It can also help you install the final version of the update earlier than others.The testing program contains three different update channels: Early Access, Late Access, and Release Preview. The first two offer newly created assemblies, for this reason they may contain bugs.
It is recommended that you select the Release Preview option, which will give you the opportunity to receive the update a few days before it is distributed to other users. If you then want to leave the testing program, you do not have to reinstall the operating system.
The Release Preview channel is designed to provide early access to quality updates, device drivers, and Microsoft Store app updates.
Here's how to join the testing program: 
Once these steps are complete, you can use Windows Update to force the download of the Fall Creators Update.
Leaving the Windows Insider Program
After restarting your computer, you will continue to use the latest version of Windows 10.
Conclusion
While it is always recommended to install the latest version of Windows 10 in order to have access to new functionality and security improvements, it is best to wait for the automatic installation via Windows Update to complete. The reason is that new versions may not be compatible with all devices, so the distribution is carried out gradually. In the early days, bugs can be found in the system that can lead to problems with the computer.It is recommended that you back up the data you need before using any upgrade method. You can also create a complete copy of the system so that in case of problems, you can return to the previous version.
Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is now rolling out to Windows 10 PCs around the world. The latest devices will be the first to receive the update.
As with the Creators Update, the goal of a phased update is to get feedback and make any necessary adjustments. This allows us to offer the highest level of experience to a wide range of users at an accelerated rate, while continually improving the quality and security of Windows 10. This approach has been very successful with the Creators Update and has received positive user feedback.
For best results, we recommend that you wait until the Windows 10 update is automatically offered for your device. You don't need to do anything to get the update; it will automatically appear in Windows Update if you selected the option to automatically install updates on your device. When the download is complete and the update is ready to install, we will prompt you to choose the optimal time to complete the installation and reboot. We do this so the update doesn't interfere with your work. In order to suggest the most suitable time for you to install, we use the function .
If you don't want to wait for the Fall Creators Update to automatically install on your computer, you can manually check for updates by following the steps below. This method will work only if your device is included in the list of those on which the Fall Creators Update is installed in the first stage. You can also get a manual update now from the Software Download Site. This option is only recommended for advanced users on devices with a licensed version of Windows 10. If you are using a Windows 10 PC at work, check with your IT administrator how your organization plans to install the update.
How to get the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update
- To find out if your device is scheduled to be updated as part of the first phase, check for updates on the Windows Update page.
In the search bar, type “Settings”. On the settings page, go to the section Update and Security> Update CenterWindows (Update & security > Windows Update).
On the page Update centreWindows just click "Check for Updates". You will also see if your device has the latest security updates.
If an update is scheduled for your PC as part of the first phase, it may immediately start downloading to your PC. You can continue to work on your PC while the update is downloading in the background.
If the update does not start downloading after you clicked "Check for Updates" on the Windows Updates page, you will see a message: "Your device is up to date." This means that the device has all the updates intended for it at the moment. In this case, we recommend that you wait while the Fall Creators Update is automatically offered for your PC.
- Manual update (for advanced users)
If you are an advanced user, you have two manual installation options. We recommend using the Update Assistant. To do this, click on the "Update Now" button ( Update Now) on the site download updates. To get an update in this way, you must have a licensed version of Windows 10. An alternative way is to download the Media Creation Tool from the same site and run it on your computer. This will allow you to perform a fresh install or reinstall Windows 10.
