How to Easily Identify Your Windows Version

Identifying the version of Windows you're running is important for maintaining and optimizing your system. Here, we'll walk you through three straightforward methods to quickly find your Windows version.

Part 1: Finding Your Windows Version in the Run Command

Do you frequently need to check your Windows version? A simple method using the Run command is highly convenient.

Press the Win R keys together. This opens the Run dialogue box on Windows. Alternatively, you can right-click the Start menu button and click the Run option. Type winver and hit Enter or click OK. This command opens the About Windows window. Check your version. Your Windows release will be displayed at the top of the About Windows window. Your Windows version is displayed next to 'OS build' below.

If you are not running the latest version of Windows, it's recommended that you update your Windows immediately for better security and performance.

Part 2: Find Your Windows Version in Settings

Another straightforward way to find out your Windows version from within the Settings menu.

Click the Windows Start menu. By default, it's in the lower-left corner in the Windows taskbar. This displays the start menu. Click the gear icon (Settings). It's in the sidebar to the left of the Windows Start menu. This displays the Settings menu. Click System. It's next to an icon that resembles a laptop computer. This is the first option in the Windows Settings menu. Click About. It's the last option in the sidebar to the left. This displays system information. Scroll down and check your device and Windows specifications. Your Windows version is displayed next to 'Windows' in the 'Windows specifiers' section.

Part 3: Determining if Windows is 32-Bits or 64-Bits

Want to know if your Windows installation is 32-bit or 64-bit? Here's how to find it out.

Click the Windows Start menu. By default, it's in the lower-left corner in the Windows taskbar. This displays the start menu. Alternatively, press the Win X keys to display the System Information screen in the Control Panel. Type Control Panel in the search bar to display the Control Panel in the Start menu. Click the Control Panel icon. It has an icon that resembles a blue screen with graphs. This opens the Control Panel. Click System. Your Windows Edition and system type will be listed here.

By following these steps, you can easily determine if you are running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows. This knowledge is crucial for downloading and installing the correct drivers and software for your system.