Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 10 May 2020 update to compatible computers via Windows Update. It brings a host of improvements and new features for Cortana, including a new chat-based UI, updates to Virtual Desktops, and more. It also brings lots of other tweaks and optimizations, including a simplified Swift Pair for Bluetooth accessories, some design changes for the Settings app, Windows Hello biometric authentication for compatible PCs, and more. The update is currently only available to a small number of users, but you can download it to your device by following any of the methods detailed below.
How to Get Windows 10 May 2020 Update on Your Computer
You will automatically receive a notification when the upcoming update is available for your device. However, if you can’t wait to install new software, you can always download it manually by following one of the methods below.
Method 1: Manually Check Windows Update
You can manually check the availability of the update by going here. Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. The download size depends on your hardware and the current version of Windows on your PC.
Method 2: Download from Microsoft.com
Don’t worry if it is not available through Windows Update because you can also manually download the file from the official website. To do this, go to: Windows 10 download page On Microsoft.com and use the Update Assistant tool. It is usually used when an update is available for a particular device, but problems with Windows Update prevent it from installing. To use the Update Assistant, click the blue ‘Update Now’ button and save the file to your device. After that, start Windows10Upgrade file to start the update process.
Method 3: Use the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool
Finally, you can also get the Windows 10 May 200 Update by downloading the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool from the same Microsoft page as above. You can then start the upgrade process at any time by double-clicking it. MediaCreatorTool2004.exe file.
Get Windows 10 May 2020 Update on Your PC Now
If you are running a compatible version of Windows 10, it is likely that the Windows 10 May 2020 Update will be available for your device in the coming days. However, if you can’t wait to install the new software on your computer, you can get it right now by following any of the methods detailed above. So go ahead, give it a shot. Install the Windows 10 May 2020 Update on your device and let us know what you like and dislike about it.
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