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JasperMonroe
Iron Contributor
Nov 12, 2025

Windows 10 doesn't show updates of type Recommended or Optional

I'm having trouble with Windows 10 not displaying updates categorized as recommended or optional, which prevents me from easily installing important improvements and features. Despite checking for updates regularly, only the critical or essential updates appear, and the recommended or optional ones remain hidden, leaving my system potentially missing out on valuable updates that could enhance security, stability, or functionality.

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  • Almaiw's avatar
    Almaiw
    Iron Contributor
    1. Right-click Start button > Device Manager
    2. Right-click on each device > Update driver
    3. Select "Search automatically for updated driver software"
    4. This often finds optional driver updates that Windows Update hides