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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Check for Windows updates

Install available security and system updates.

Windows 11 tabletAbout 4 minutes6 steps · 6 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 6

Save your work

Save any open documents and connect the charger.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Before updating screen with Files saved highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Save your work

Save any open documents and connect the charger.

Example Before updating screen with Files saved highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Open Start

Select the Start button (the Windows logo) on the taskbar.

Open Start.
Step 2

STEP 3

Open Settings

Select Settings (the cog).

Open Settings.
Step 3

STEP 4

Open Windows Update

Select Windows Update on the left.

Example Settings screen with Windows Update highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Check

Select Check for updates.

Example Windows Update screen with Check for updates highlighted.
Step 5

STEP 6

Restart when ready

If asked, select Restart now when you are ready for the computer to close and reopen.

Example Update ready screen with Restart now highlighted.
Step 6

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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