Recently, our tech team ran a benchmark test on Windows 11 to compare its performance with our beloved OS, Windows 10. Although the new OS wins with a huge gap, my favorite isย Windows 10. Regarding gaming, we know that not many games are currently compatible with Windows 11, but developers have said they are working on it. So this is also applicable to device drivers.
In the meantime, knowing the Windows 11 version is not required. Still, sometimes, while updating the device drivers manually from the manufacturerโs website, it asks you to select the Windows 11 version for which you need the drivers.
In that case, selecting the proper Windows 11 version for your PC is crucial. If you donโt know how to check the version on your PC, donโt worryโwe have mentioned different tricks that will help you do so.
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What Are The Different Methods To Check Windows 11 Version?
We all know that Windows 11 is still under testing, so many enthusiastic users want to use different versions of Windows 11, such as Home, Professional, SE, etc., available in Windows 10. So, to know which version of Windows 11 you are using, you need to follow up on the methods mentioned below:ย
Method 1: Use RUN Prompt
This is the first and easiest method that helps you check the Windows 11 version on your PC. Therefore, make sure to donโt miss out on any of the steps we have mentioned below:ย
- Firstly, press theย Win+Iย button simultaneously to open theย Runย prompt box.ย
- After that, type winver and hit the enter key.
- Now, a About Windowsย screen will pop up. So, here you can check out which Windows 11 version and edition youโre using.
Method 2: Get The Information in Settings App
Many of you who used Windows 10 previously know a bit about this method. Yeah! Although the interface changed, the option was still in the same place. So, in case you donโt know about this, follow the steps we have mentioned below:
- Initially, click the Windows Start buttonย and hover to theย Settingsย option.
- Afterward, inside the settings window, Go to System > Aboutย section.
- There it is. Now, you can note down the Windows 11 version and edition installed on your PC and use it where you want.
Method 3: Check From System Information
Did you know about this tool? Donโt worry! If you donโt know, this is a system information tool of Windows using which you can check the hardware resources, components, and software environment summary of your PC. So, here are the guidelines that you need to follow:ย
- The foremost step is to open the Windows search bar, search forย System Information, and open it.
- Now, click on theย System Summary option. After that, it will present you with all the information related to your system, including the Windows 11 edition & version you are using.
Method 4: Check Via Command Prompt
You can also use the command prompt to check your Windows 11 version. To do so, you need to follow some simple and easy steps mentioned below. So, letโs take a look at them:ย
- Initially, hover to the Windows search bar and search for Command Prompt, then select theย Run as Administratorย option to open it.
- After that, execute the commandย systeminfo. Then, it will show you the edition and version of your installed Windows. Note it down and use it as per your requirements.
Method 5: Check Via Windows Powershell
This method is just similar to the above one. You can use the Windows 11 Powershell to get all the information related to your OS edition and system. So, letโs take a look at the necessary steps that will help you do so:
- First, navigate to the Windows search bar and search for Powershell,ย then select theย Run as Administrator option to open it.
- After that, execute the commandย systeminfo.ย Then, wait until the process is completed. Thatโs it. It will present you with all the information about your system, including the OS version you are using.
Method 6: Use Control Panel
You can also use the Windows 11 control panel to check the Windows version installed on your computer. Here are the guidelines that you need to follow:ย
- Firstly, search forย Control Panelย using the Windows search bar and open it.
- After that, click on theย View Byย drop-down button and choose theย Large Iconsย option from the opened list.
- Then, click on theย Systemย option. It will automatically redirect you to theย Aboutย section of your system. Now, you can check out the version of your Windows.
From Authorโs Desk
These methods will surely help you determine which Windows 11 version you are using on your PC or laptop. We hope the above methods have helped you. However, please comment below and let us know if you know of any other methods that can help our users.