Let’s walk through exactly how to undo a Windows 11 update, step by step.

While Microsoft pushes updates automatically, the architecture to reverse them remains embedded deep within the OS—you just have to know which lever to pull.

Not all updates appear here. Generally, only cumulative updates and security patches are uninstallable. Drivers are also listed here, which is crucial if an update broke your GPU or audio hardware. However, "Servicing Stack Updates" (the updates that update the update mechanism) often cannot be removed.

: Scroll to the bottom under "Related settings" and select Uninstall updates .

If a major feature update (like moving from 22H2 to 23H2) destabilized your rig, you need the "Go Back" feature. This is distinct from uninstalling a patch; this reverts the entire OS build.

While updates are essential for security, sometimes they break more than they fix. The good news? to roll back to your previous build.