How to Uninstall Windows 10 Updates Manually

While it is recommended to keep Windows 10 up to date to ensure it has the latest protections and features, best practices also include contacting your POS or Online Order software company to confirm this will not adversely affect the software or peripherals’ operation, including the Star products they support.

This guide explains the steps required to uninstall Windows updates you choose to remove due to known issues or that are causing problems on your computer or POS equipment. With this guide, you will learn how to remove updates via Windows Settings and Control Panel.

Included below are the complete directory path and a graphical step-by-step guide:

Note: Before proceeding save all open files/documents and close applications as this process requires restarting your PC for changes to apply.

Path: Settings>Update & security>Windows Update>Advanced option>View your update history>Uninstall update.

Open the Start Menu and click Settings.

In the Settings window, click Updates & Security.

Click on the View update history and Uninstall Updates.

Select the target update(s), click Uninstall and “Yes” when asked “Are you sure you want to uninstall this update”.

Select the target update(s), click Uninstall and “Yes” when asked “Are you sure you want to uninstall this update”.