2 Quick Ways to Easily See Windows 10 Version

 Maybe you guys are wondering “What version of Windows do I have?”. If you're using Windows 8 or 7 but don't know the exact version number, it probably won't be a problem. But now that Windows 10 is receiving regular feature updates, you may need to check your Windows 10 version when installing software or getting support. We will share with you guys how to see Windows 10 version.

Differences in Windows 10 Version, Build, and Edition

Before we get into how to check your Windows 10 version, we have to define a few terms that are very similar. These are Versions, Builds, and Editions.

* Windows version refers to the major release of Windows. Often, we refer to it as the “friendly name” of the Windows operating system we use, such as Windows XP or Windows 7. However, the version number is a bit more specific than this. For example, what we know as Windows 7 is actually Windows version 6.1. With Windows 10, Microsoft releases a new version roughly twice every year.

* Build is a more specific number that indicates the compiled version of Windows that your computer has. You guys.

* The Windows edition is slightly different. These are the versions of the operating systems that Microsoft releases for different markets. Examples include Windows 10 Home and Windows 10 Pro, which offer different feature sets.

Another important difference that is somewhat related is whether you are running a 64-bit or 32-bit operating system. While 64-bit OS is the standard today, you can still run 32-bit versions of Windows.

How to View Windows Version

Now that you know what these Windows terms mean, let's see how to check the Windows version on your computer.

Check Windows 10 Version Using Settings

On Windows 10, the easiest way to see your current Windows 10 build is via the Settings app. Open it using the shortcut Win + I and go to the System category. In the left sidebar, select the About tab at the bottom.

This screen gives you a lot of information about your computer. Under the Windows specifications heading, you will find your version of Windows. It also displays your latest Windows 10 update.

On Windows 10, the Version number is the date in YYMM format. This means that version 1909, for example, is slated for release in September 2019. Each feature update for Windows 10 has a corresponding “friendly name,” which is usually the month and date it was actually released.

Check Windows Version Using Winver

If you don't want to go into the Settings menu, there's a super quick way to check your Windows 10 version number. It also works on older versions of Windows. This involves running the winver command. While you can do this from the Command Prompt, the quickest way is to use the shortcut Win + R then type winver and press Enter.

You will open a new window titled About Windows. It shows your OS version and builds number. It's not as detailed as the Settings panel, but it's a very quick way to double-check Windows 10 build when you need it.