Windows users can check which version of Windows 10 they are running by opening the DirectX Diagnostic Tool (dxdiag) from the search bar. The dxdiag tool will display information about the operating system, including whether it is the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows 10. Knowing the version is important for installing programs that need to match the system requirements.

2. ARTICLE #1: HOW TO CHECK WHAT VERSION OF
WINDOWS 10 YOU’RE RUNNING
Usually, what version of Windows 10 you’re
running won’t affect your daily life. However,
installing programs such as anti-virus programs
or media players might require you to download
the version of your program that coincides with
your system’s power. 32-bit programs require
less system memory with lower performance,
while 64-bit programs use more memory, but
run at a higher quality. Here’s an easy way to
check what version of Windows 10 you have.

3. STEP 1: LOCATE YOUR SEARCH BAR.
The search bar is located on the bottom of
your screen, near the Windows icon.

4. STEP 2: CLICK IT, THEN TYPE IN “DXDIAG”

5. TIP
“dxdiag” is short for “DirectX Diagnostic Tool”,
which will report your system’s specifics and components.

6. STEP 3: LOOK FOR “OPERATING SYSTEM”

7. At this point, you should be able
to locate what version of
Windows 10 you have. Now you
can install all the proper
programs without fear!