Quick Commands to Check & Install Updates in Windows 11
Useful Keyboard & Command-Line Shortcuts
These commands help you check and install app updates or open Windows Update directly in Windows 11.
Update Apps & Software (Using WinGet)
List Available Updates
winget upgrade
Displays all applications that have updates available.
Update All Installed Apps
winget upgrade --all
Automatically updates all supported installed applications.
Open Windows Update Settings Quickly
Open Windows Update UI
control update
Launches Windows Update in the Settings app.
Trigger Windows Update Check Directly
start ms-settings:windowsupdate-action
Immediately starts a Windows Update check.
✅ Tips
- Run WinGet commands in Command Prompt or PowerShell
- Use Run as Administrator for best results
- These commands work on Windows 11
Summary:
✔ Fast access to Windows Updates
✔ One-command app updates
✔ No navigation through Settings