Did you encounter problems after installing a recent Windows 10 feature update? Whether it’s compatibility issues with certain software or hardware, performance degradation, or stability concerns, rolling back to a previous version of Windows 10 can often resolve these issues. Yes, it’s possible to uninstall the Windows 10 feature update and go back to the previous version within 10 days of upgrade. This article explores the process of rolling back from Windows 10 Feature Update 22H2 to 21H2.
Before proceeding with the rollback process, ensure that you have administrative privileges on your Windows 10 device. Additionally, it’s recommended to back up important files and data to prevent any potential loss during the rollback.
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Uninstall Windows 10 feature Update
If your device has been upgraded using Windows Update, Update Assistant, or you use the Media Creation Tool, that causes only you can uninstall the Windows 10 feature update. (If you performed a clean installation, you can’t uninstall/rollback Windows 10)
It is possible to uninstall Windows 10 Feature update only if you have not deleted the Windows. old folder. If you already deleted it, then the only option available for you will be to perform a clean install of the previous operating system.
You can only uninstall the Windows 10 Feature update during the first ten days since the upgrade was installed.
Also, you can perform this tweak to change the number of rollback days (10-30) for Windows 10 feature upgrades
Bear in mind, if you do revert to a previous build you may need to reinstall some apps and programs, and you will lose any changes you made to Settings after installing the recent Windows feature update. You’ll also be advised to back up your files as a precaution
Rollback Windows 10 Feature update
Please note that this guide assumes you are within the 10-day rollback period after installing the update. After this period, the system automatically removes the previous version files, making a rollback more complicated.
- Press the Windows + I keyboard shortcut to open the settings app,
- In the Update & Security section, choose “Recovery” from the left sidebar.
- Under “Go back to the previous version of Windows 10,” click on “Get started.”
The process will start, and you will be asked some questions for information purposes, as to why you are going back to the previous build of Windows 10.
- You can choose a reason from the list or select “For another reason” and provide additional comments. Click “Next.”
- When you click next Windows 10 will offer you check for updates. In case a new update is available to fix the current issue you’re having. Either you can check for updates or click No, thanks to continue.
- Next, Read The instruction message about what’s going to happen when you uninstall the Windows 10 feature Update from your PC And click next to continue.
When you go back, you will lose the settings changes or the apps you may have installed after you upgraded to the current build.
- When you click next it will instruct you’ll need the password you used to sign in to your previous version of Windows 10.
- Click Next to continue.
- That’s all you will get a message. Thanks for trying out this build.
- Click Go back to the earlier build to begin the rollback process.
Once the process is complete, you should be back to the previous version of Windows 10 (21H2). Ensure your system is running smoothly, and remember to check for updates after the rollback to prevent any potential issues that might have been addressed in the newer update.
Alternately, you can access Windows Advanced Options and Select go back to the previous Build Option To Roll Back / uninstall Windows 10 Update.
Uninstall Updates in Update History
In addition to major feature updates, Microsoft regularly releases smaller updates, including security patches, bug fixes, and performance improvements. While these updates are essential for maintaining system stability and security, there may be situations where you need to uninstall them. Here’s how to uninstall common Windows updates:
- Press the windows key, search for and open the control panel, then select “Programs.”
- Under the “Programs and Features” section, click on “View installed updates.”
- Scroll through the list of installed updates to find the one you want to uninstall. Updates are listed by name and installation date, making it easier to identify them.
- Once you’ve located the update you wish to remove, select it by clicking on it to highlight it.
- With the update selected, click on the “Uninstall” button located at the top of the list of updates.
- Windows will prompt you to confirm the uninstallation. Click “Yes” to proceed.
After uninstalling the update, Windows may prompt you to restart your computer to complete the process. Ensure all your work is saved and then click “Restart Now” or “Restart Later,” depending on your preference.
How to Extend Rollback Period up to 30 Days
Change the number of rollback days (10-30) for Windows 10 feature upgrades
Also, you can perform the command below to change the Duration of rollback to the previous feature release Default from 10 days to 30 days.
- Simply open the command prompt as administrator,
- Type the command DISM /Online /Get-OSUninstallWindow to check the number of rollback days (by default 10 days) currently set on your computer.
- Next, Use the command DISM /Online /Set-OSUninstallWindow /Value:30 to customize and set the number of rollback days for your computer
Note: Value: 30 represents the days by which you want to extend the Windows Rollback function. The value can be set to any customized number depending on your choice.
- Now again type DISM /Online /Get-OSUninstallWindow and check this time you notice the number of rollback days changed to 30 days as shown image below.
Note: If you’ve manually deleted the old Windows file named windows.old using Disk Cleanup, or it’s more than 30 days since the Windows upgrade you may face an error. Otherwise, this process will successfully uninstall the Windows 10 feature update and go back to the previous Windows 10 version.
