To install and run the latest versions of Adobe Photoshop, your system must meet the minimum Windows version requirement.
Method 1: Update Windows 10 via the Official Update Assistant To install and run the latest versions of
: Click the button at the bottom that says Change settings for all users and ensure the compatibility mode box is unchecked there as well. Adobe discontinued support for earlier versions, such as
Solution 4: Install an Older, Compatible Version of Photoshop Click Check for updates
This error message appears because modern versions of (specifically CC 2018 version 19.1 and later) require at least Windows 10 version 1607 , also known as the Anniversary Update , to run . Adobe discontinued support for earlier versions, such as 1507 and 1511, to align with Microsoft’s own support lifecycle. Why This Happens
: For those who cannot update their OS (such as Enterprise users), the only way to keep working is to roll back to a previous version of Photoshop (like CC 2017) via the "Other Versions" menu in the Adobe Creative Cloud desktop app Clear the Cache
| Method | Best For | How to Use | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Users who want a straightforward, automatic update. | Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update . Click Check for updates . If a "Feature update to Windows 10" is available, download and install it. | | Windows Update Assistant | Users whose Windows Update is stuck or slow. | Download the Windows 10 Update Assistant from Microsoft's official website. Run the tool, and it will guide you through updating to the latest version. | | Media Creation Tool | Advanced users or those needing a clean install. | Download the Media Creation Tool from Microsoft. You can use it to either "Upgrade this PC now" or create installation media (USB/DVD) for a fresh start. A clean install often resolves lingering system issues that might be preventing the update. |