{"id":4729,"date":"2021-03-06T05:02:51","date_gmt":"2021-03-06T05:02:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/?p=4729"},"modified":"2025-12-10T13:54:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T13:54:09","slug":"how-to-update-drivers-in-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/tr\/how-to-update-drivers-in-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Update Drivers in Windows 10 \u2014 Simple &#038; Safe Methods"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Update Drivers: <a href=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/what-is-windows-everything-you-need-to-know-2023\/\">Windows<\/a> automatically downloads and installs the latest driver updates. Still, you cannot expect to download the newest version if you set your Internet connection to metered or turn off automatic updates in Windows.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-258358 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4.jpg\" alt=\"Update Drivers: Windows automatically downloads and installs the latest driver updates. Still, you can not expect to download the newest version if you set your Internet settings to metered or turn off automatic updates for Windows.\u00a0\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4-1024x583.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/it2zvkTcQk6RGBoBh6sDw4-1536x875.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In this article, we will show you how to update drivers in Windows 10 manually. (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/update-drivers-in-windows-10-ec62f46c-ff14-c91d-eead-d7126dc1f7b6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Link<\/a>)<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-paragraph_block\">\n<div class=\"rich-text\">\n<p>Windows automatically downloads and installs the latest driver. However, you cannot expect to download the newest version if you set your Internet connection to metered or turn off automatic updates in Windows.<\/p>\n<p>Do not worry; you can manually update the drivers.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"How to Update Drivers on Windows 10\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZvSRrVVhqV4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Update drivers in Windows 10<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To update Windows 10 drivers manually, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<p>1. Simultaneously\u00a0press the\u00a0Windows\u00a0and\u00a0R\u00a0buttons\u00a0to\u00a0open the\u00a0RUN.<\/p>\n<p>2. Enter the phrase\u00a0devmgmt.msc\u00a0in the specified field and then enter it to open the\u00a0Device Manager window<\/p>\n<p>3. In the window that appears, select the device you want and expand it.<\/p>\n<p>4. Now, right-click on the device and update the drive.<\/p>\n<p>5. In this step, select the\u00a0Search automatically for updated driver software option, so Windows automatically downloads the driver.<\/p>\n<p>6. Finally, it is enough to reboot the computer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-image_block\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"text-center img-full-width aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/apdyt_drywr_dr_wyndwz_10.width-720.jpg\" alt=\"Driver Update in Windows 10.jpg\" width=\"720\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-paragraph_block\">\n<div class=\"rich-text\">\n<p>Microsoft usually has a catalog containing the latest drivers. However, it is better to visit the manufacturer&#8217;s website to download the newest driver.<\/p>\n<p>If the driver version is incompatible with your device, visit its main website.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Manually Update Your Drivers in Windows<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re experiencing hardware issues, updating device drivers can often resolve glitches, improve performance, and even introduce new features. While Windows Update provides automatic driver updates, manual updates may sometimes be necessary.<\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Understanding Drivers in Windows<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Drivers are small software components that enable your PC to communicate with hardware, such as keyboards, mice, printers, and graphics cards. While most drivers don&#8217;t require frequent updates, there are a few key scenarios where updating is recommended: \u2705 Fixing bugs &amp; improving stability for malfunctioning peripherals. \u2705 Enhancing Security if a known vulnerability exists in a driver. \u2705 Boosting performance, especially for graphics drivers (important for gaming).<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Updating Drivers via Windows Update (Recommended Method)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Windows automatically provides official driver updates when available from the device manufacturer.<\/p>\n<h3>Windows 10:<\/h3>\n<p>1\ufe0f\u20e3 Open Settings &gt; Update &amp; Security. 2\ufe0f\u20e3 Click Check for Updates. 3\ufe0f\u20e3 . Click Install now for any available updates.<\/p>\n<h3>Windows 11:<\/h3>\n<p>1\ufe0f\u20e3 . Go to Settings &gt; Windows Update. 2\ufe0f\u20e3 . Click Check for Updates. 3\ufe0f\u20e3 Select Download &amp; Install if updates are available.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Manually Updating Drivers via Device Manager<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If Windows Update doesn&#8217;t provide the latest drivers, you can update them manually in Device Manager.<\/p>\n<p>Steps:1\ufe0f\u20e3 Press Windows + X and select Device Manager. 2\ufe0f\u20e3 Find the hardware category (e.g., Display Adapters for graphics cards). 3\ufe0f\u20e3 Right-click the device and choose Update driver. 4\ufe0f\u20e3 Select Search automatically for updated driver software.<\/p>\n<p>If Windows can&#8217;t find a new version, visit the manufacturer&#8217;s website, download the latest driver, and select Browse my computer for drivers to install manually.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Best Practices for Driver Updates<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\ud83d\udd39 Avoid third-party driver updater tools\u2014they can introduce compatibility issues. \ud83d\udd39 Only update when necessary\u2014new drivers may cause unexpected problems. \ud83d\udd39 Always create a System Restore point before manually installing drivers. \ud83d\udd39 Graphics drivers should be updated frequently for performance improvements.<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>Downloading Drivers Directly from the Manufacturer<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes, downloading drivers directly from the device manufacturer ensures you get the latest and most feature-rich version. While Windows Update provides stable drivers, they may lack the advanced settings offered by manufacturers.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">Why Choose Manufacturer Drivers?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\u2714 Latest Updates \u2192 Windows Update can take time to distribute new drivers. \u2714 Enhanced Features \u2192 Generic drivers may lack customization options (e.g., DPI settings for mice, GPU optimizations). \u2714 Better Performance \u2192 Some drivers fine-tune hardware efficiency and compatibility for specific tasks.<\/p>\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Logitech mouse using Microsoft&#8217;s generic driver may work, but it lacks per-button customization and sensitivity settings.<\/li>\n<li>An Nvidia or AMD GPU with a manufacturer-provided driver can boost gaming performance through\u00a0optimizations for new titles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">How to Download Drivers from the Manufacturer<\/span><\/h1>\n<p>1\ufe0f\u20e3 Visit the official manufacturer&#8217;s website (e.g.<button type=\"button\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.nvidia.com\">Nvidia<\/button>, <button type=\"button\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\">AMD<\/button>). 2\ufe0f\u20e3 Locate the &#8220;Support&#8221; or &#8220;Downloads&#8221; section. 3\ufe0f\u20e3 Search for your device model and download the latest driver version. 4\ufe0f\u20e3 Follow the installation instructions provided on the website.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"article\" data-tabster=\"{&quot;groupper&quot;:{&quot;tabbability&quot;:2},&quot;focusable&quot;:{}}\" data-content=\"ai-message\" aria-labelledby=\"ohbz4Cjyz9Z1xJQWsAVKK-author} ohbz4Cjyz9Z1xJQWsAVKK-content-0\">\n<div id=\"ohbz4Cjyz9Z1xJQWsAVKK-content-0\" class=\"group\/ai-message-item space-y-3 break-words\">\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-rich-snippet-wrapper\"><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I automatically update drivers in Windows 10?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Open Settings \u2192 Windows Update \u2192 Check for updates. Windows will download and install available driver updates for hardware such as network adapters, printers, and video cards.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What if Windows doesn\u2019t find the right driver automatically?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can open Device Manager, locate the device, right-click and choose Update driver \u2192 Browse my computer for drivers after downloading the correct driver from the manufacturer\u2019s website.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Should I create a restore point before updating drivers?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 creating a system restore point helps you revert to a previous stable state if a new driver causes problems.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Update Drivers: Windows automatically downloads and installs the latest driver updates. 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