Windows 11 is not suitable? How to downgrade to Windows 10

About Windows 11

Windows 11 has just appeared and the first release is rolling out for the users of Windows 10 from the starting of this month.

If you have already updated your Microsoft operating system, then you must be having a great experience with its latest rounded-corner design and polished look.

• Because the operating system is new, it may be having some shortcomings and bugs.
• Even some users may be finding inconvenience with the revamped features.
• If you want your old Widows 10 back, then it’s not wrong neither tough.

Get Back To Windows 10

Mainly, there are two ways through which you can downgrade your system to Windows 10, which depends on if your PC is having files remaining from your last operating system.

Usually, Windows holds the file from the latest version for at least 10 days if you wish to get back and have a look.

With the help of a few steps, you can view if you still have files from the previous version and downgrade your operating system to Windows 10 from Windows 11.

With the help of a few steps, you can view if you still have files from the previous version and downgrade your operating system to Windows 10 from Windows 11.

STEP 1

Within the start menu, type settings and view the settings app. Then, you will be able to see a list of settings section on the left and settings. Now, within the left panel, select the ‘Windows Update’ option present at the bottom.

STEP 2

Within the right panel, a list of settings will appear. Then choose ‘Advanced Options’.

STEP 3

Come to the next screen and scroll down to the ‘Additional Options’ section and click the ‘Recovery’ option.

Step 4

Within the recovery option, you will be able to see the ‘Go Back’ option with a clock and arrow icon. On the right side of the option, you need to click the ‘Go Back Button’.

STEP 5

If you have lost your required files, then you will get a message saying “ We are sorry but you can’t go back”. If you still wish to go back, you need to download Windows 10 manually and install it.

STEP 6

If there will be files, then you will see warnings and requests by Windows before it will allow you to go back. It may also ask you the reason for downgrading. You just need to click ‘next’ if the pop fails to change your mind.

STEP 7

You may get the suggestion by Windows that you are required to reinstall some apps. Backup of your files is not necessary but recommended in case something goes in the wrong direction. Lastly, you need to click on the “Go back to Windows 10” and the process will begin.

On the basis of the speed of your hard drive and the amount of stored data, the process can take up to 10 minutes.

Conclusion

After going back to Windows 10, if your mind changes and you wish to reinstall Windows 11 again, then you can follow the same steps that you chose while uninstalling Windows 11.

You need to go to settings, then Windows Update, and finally choose to upgrade.

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