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How to downgrade Windows 11 24h2 to 23h2?
You're trying to roll back Windows 11 24H2 to 23H2, huh? Honestly, I’ve tinkered with similar stuff, and here’s the lowdown based on my own experience plus some tips I’ve picked up along the way. First off, rolling back a Windows update isn’t always straightforward, especially if it’s been more than 10 days since the update installed. Usually, Windows keeps the old version files around for a grace period, so if it’s still within that window, you’re in luck.
Here’s what I’d do:
1. Check if rollback is still possible:
* Go to Settings > System > Recovery.
* Under Recovery options, see if Go back is available. If yes, just click that and follow the prompts. It’ll roll back Windows 11 24H2 to 23H2.
2. If the 'Go back' option isn’t there:
* That means the 10-day window has probably closed, or the files were cleaned up.
* In that case, you can try manual downgrade.
3. Manual downgrade steps:
* Backup your data first—always a good idea before messing around with OS versions.
* Download the Windows 11 23H2 ISO from Microsoft’s official site.
* Use a tool like Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB.
* Boot from that USB and choose Custom install.
* During setup, select your current Windows partition and format it (if you’re okay with wiping everything) or just install over it.
* Proceed with the installation and follow the prompts.
A quick tip: If you go the clean install route, you’ll need to reinstall your apps and restore your files from backup.
Pro tip from my own experience: Don’t forget to disable Secure Boot in BIOS if needed, and make sure your USB is prepared properly. Also, double-check that your device drivers are compatible with the older version afterward.