How To Check Windows 11 Version (All Editions)

Knowing your Windows 11 version is essential when installing updates, troubleshooting issues, checking compatibility with apps, or following step-by-step guides. Microsoft releases frequent feature updates (like 22H2, 23H2, and newer), and many fixes or features depend on the exact Windows version and build number.

In this guide, you’ll learn all methods to check your Windows 11 version, including edition, version number, OS build, and system type—using Settings, Run commands, Command Prompt, PowerShell, System Information, and more. These methods work on all Windows 11 editions.

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What Information Does “Windows 11 Version” Include?

When checking your Windows 11 version, you may see:

• Edition – Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, SE

• Version – Example: 22H2, 23H2

• OS Build – Example: 22631.3007

• System Type – 64-bit operating system

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Method 1: Check Windows 11 Version Using Settings (Recommended)

This is the easiest and most user-friendly method.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + I to open Settings

2. Click System

3. Scroll down and select About

4. Under Windows specifications, check:

   • Edition

   • Version

   • Installed on

   • OS build

✔ Best for beginners
✔ Works on all Windows 11 editions

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Method 2: Check Windows 11 Version Using “winver” Command

The fastest way to see your Windows version.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + R

2. Type winver

3. Press Enter

A window will display:

• Windows 11 version

• OS build number

• Microsoft copyright info

✔ Quick and accurate
✔ No admin rights needed

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Method 3: Check Windows 11 Version via System Information

This method shows detailed system data.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + R

2. Type msinfo32

3. Press Enter

4. Look for:

   • OS Name

   • Version

   • System Type

   • Build number

✔ Useful for advanced users
✔ Shows hardware + OS info

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Method 4: Check Windows 11 Version Using Command Prompt

Ideal for power users or remote troubleshooting.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + S

2. Search Command Prompt

3. Open it

4. Type:

   systeminfo


5. Press Enter

Scroll to find:

• OS Name

• OS Version

• System Type

✔ Works on all editions
✔ Good for scripting & diagnostics

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Method 5: Check Windows 11 Version Using PowerShell

PowerShell provides clean and precise output.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + X

2. Select Windows Terminal (Admin) or PowerShell

3. Run:

   Get-ComputerInfo | Select OsName, OsVersion, WindowsVersion, OsBuildNumber


✔ Advanced and script-friendly
✔ Ideal for IT admins

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Method 6: Check Windows 11 Version from Control Panel

Classic method still supported.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + R

2. Type control

3. Press Enter

4. Go to System and Security → System

Here you’ll see:

• Windows edition

• System type

⚠ Version and build may not be fully visible here

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Method 7: Check Windows 11 Version via Registry Editor (Advanced)

Use this only if you’re comfortable with system tools.

Steps:

1. Press Windows + R

2. Type regedit

3. Navigate to:

   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion


4. Look for:

   • ProductName

   • DisplayVersion

   • CurrentBuild

   • ReleaseId

✔ Most detailed method
⚠ Avoid editing anything

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Method 8: Check Windows 11 Version Using File Explorer

A quick alternative method.

Steps:

1. Open File Explorer

2. Right-click This PC

3. Select Properties

4. Scroll to Windows specifications

✔ Simple
✔ No commands required

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How to Know If You’re Running the Latest Windows 11 Version

1. Open Settings

2. Go to Windows Update

3. Click Check for updates

4. Install any available feature or quality updates

✅ Updated “Common Windows 11 Versions” Section (Most Recent)