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S-Jimon
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Aug 07, 2026

How can I update Windows 11 23H2 to 26H2 or 26H1 now?

I am currently running Windows 11 version 23H2 and would like to know if there is a reliable way to upgrade to either 26H1 or 26H2 right now, as I have not seen these versions appear in my Windows Up...
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RyanHoward
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Aug 07, 2026

Media Creation Tool is Microsoft’s official system utility that you can use for update Windows 11 23H2 to 26H2, and it also supports generating bootable USB‑drive or ISO image files for system deployment on multiple computers.

How to Update Windows 11 23H2 to 26H2

Step 1: Download the software from the official Microsoft website.

Step 2: Run the program, select “Upgrade this PC now,” and then follow the on-screen prompts to download and complete the system installation.

Step 3: To perform a clean installation, select “Create installation media for another PC.”

Step 4: Select a USB flash drive or ISO file as the target media, and complete the creation of the installation media.

Finally, boot the target device from the prepared USB media to perform a clean installation of Windows.

This allows you to upgrade your current computer or create reusable installation media for other devices. This method is suitable for users who need to reinstall Windows, administrators deploying multiple PCs, and hardware devices that have not yet received the new version via Windows Update.