Windows Update Specify Target Feature Update Version in Windows 11


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This tutorial will show you how to specify a TargetReleaseVersion version of Windows 11 you want to move to or stay on in Windows Update until it reaches end of service in Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education.

Windows Update keeps Windows 11 updated by automatically downloading and installing the latest updates, drivers, and hotfixes released by Microsoft.

Feature updates are released annually. Feature updates add new features and functionality to Windows 11. Because they are delivered frequently (rather than every 3-5 years), they are easier to manage.

The TargetReleaseVersion policy allows you to specify which feature update version of Windows 11 you would like your computer to move to and/or stay on until the version reaches end of service or you reconfigure this policy.

If you don't update this policy before the device reaches end of service, the device will automatically be updated once it is 60 days past end of service for its version.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion the same as the current version, Windows 11 will stay on this version until it reaches end of service.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion higher than the current version, Windows 11 will directly update only to the specified version even if a higher version is available.

Reference:


You must be signed in as an administrator to specify a TargetReleaseVersion version for your Windows 11 computer.


This policy will not work for the Windows 11 Home edition.



Contents

  • Option One: Specify Target Feature Update Version in Local Group Policy Editor
  • Option Two: Specify Target Feature Update Version using REG file
  • Option Three: Specify Target Feature Update Version in Registry Editor





OPTION ONE

Specify Target Feature Update Version in Local Group Policy Editor


1 Open the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc).

2 Navigate to the location below in the left pane of Local Group Policy Editor. (see screenshot below)

Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Manage updates offered from Windows Update

Select_the_target_Feature_Update_version_gpedit-1.png

3 In the right pane of Manage updates offered from Windows Update in Local Group Policy Editor, double click/tap on the Select the target Feature Update version policy to edit it. (see screenshot above)

4 Do step 5 (specify) or step 6 (undo) below for what you would like to do.

5 To Specify Target Feature Update Version

A) Select (dot) Enabled. (see screenshot below)​

B) Perform the following steps under Options:​
  • Type Windows 11 in the Which Windows product version would you like to receive feature updates for box.
  • Type the version (ex: "22H2") you want to specify in the Target Version for Feature Updates box.

You can see a full list of available Windows 11 versions to use as a value in the Windows 11 release information table.

Windows11_servicing_channels.png


C} Click/tap on OK, and go to step 7 below.​

Select_the_target_Feature_Update_version_gpedit-3.png

6 To Undo Specify Target Feature Update Version

A) Select (dot) Not Configured. (see screenshot below)​

B} Click/tap on OK, and go to step 7 below.​

Select_the_target_Feature_Update_version_gpedit-2.png

7 You can now close the Local Group Policy Editor if you like.





OPTION TWO

Specify Target Feature Update Version using REG file


1 Do step 2 (specify) or step 3 (undo - default) below for what you want.

2 To Specify Target Feature Update Version

A) Click/tap on the Download button below for the version (ex: 22H2) you want to specify, and go to step 4.​

Specify_target_Feature_Update_version_to_Windows11_21H2.reg


(Contents of .reg file for reference)
Code:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"ProductVersion"="Windows 11"
"TargetReleaseVersion"=dword:00000001
"TargetReleaseVersionInfo"="21H2"

OR​

Specify_target_Feature_Update_version_to_Windows11_22H2.reg


(Contents of .reg file for reference)
Code:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"ProductVersion"="Windows 11"
"TargetReleaseVersion"=dword:00000001
"TargetReleaseVersionInfo"="22H2"

OR​

Specify_target_Feature_Update_version_to_Windows11_23H2.reg


(Contents of .reg file for reference)
Code:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"ProductVersion"="Windows 11"
"TargetReleaseVersion"=dword:00000001
"TargetReleaseVersionInfo"="23H2"

OR​

Specify_target_Feature_Update_version_to_Windows11_24H2.reg


(Contents of .reg file for reference)
Code:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"ProductVersion"="Windows 11"
"TargetReleaseVersion"=dword:00000001
"TargetReleaseVersionInfo"="24H2"

3 To Undo Specify Target Feature Update Version

A) Click/tap on the Download button below to download the file below, and go to step 4.​

Undo_specify_target_Feature_Update_version.reg


(Contents of .reg file for reference)
Code:
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"ProductVersion"=-
"TargetReleaseVersion"=-
"TargetReleaseVersionInfo"=-

4 Save the .reg file to your desktop.

5 Double click/tap on the downloaded .reg file to merge it.

6 When prompted, click/tap on Run, Yes (UAC), Yes, and OK to approve the merge.

7 You can now delete the downloaded .reg file if you like.





OPTION THREE

Specify Target Feature Update Version in Registry Editor


1 Do step 2 in Option Two to add the needed registry key and values to edit for this option.

2 Open Registry Editor (regedit.exe).

3 Navigate to the key below in the left pane of Registry Editor. (see screenshot below)

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate

Select_the_target_Feature_Update_version_regedit-1.png

4 In the right pane of the WindowsUpdate key, double click/tap on the TargetReleaseVersionInfo string value (REG_SZ) to modify it. (see screenshot above)

5 Type the version (ex; "21H2") you want to specify in the Value data box, and click/tap on OK. (see screenshot below)

You can see a full list of available Windows 11 versions to use as a value in the Windows 11 release information table.

Windows11_servicing_channels.png


Select_the_target_Feature_Update_version_regedit-2.png

6 You can now close Registry Editor. You are done.

You can use step 3 in Option Two to undo this if needed or wanted.



That's it,
Shawn Brink


 

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If I enter future version in gpedit.msc does it pause feature update?
 

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If I enter future version in gpedit.msc does it pause feature update?
Hello, :-)

No.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion the same as the current version, Windows 11 will stay on this version until it reaches end of service.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion higher than the current version, Windows 11 will directly update only to the specified version even if a higher version is available.

You can use the Select when Preview builds and Feature Updates are received policy at the same location in option 1 instead for that.
 

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Hello, :)

No.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion the same as the current version, Windows 11 will stay on this version until it reaches end of service.

If you specify a TargetReleaseVersion higher than the current version, Windows 11 will directly update only to the specified version even if a higher version is available.

You can use the Select when Preview builds and Feature Updates are received policy at the same location in option 1 instead for that.
Thank you for reply Brink if I enter current version, does it pause feature update?
 

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Thank you for reply Brink if I enter current version, does it pause feature update?
It will until the current version reaches end of servicing.

21H2 end of servicing on October 10, 2023.

 

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It will until the current version reaches end of servicing.

21H2 end of servicing on October 10, 2023.

Thank you for reply if I enter current version, it does pause feature update until mid 2023, is that correct?
 

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Late 2023*
 

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Thank you Brink
 

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Why Windows 11 Home edition can not pause the feature update? But Windows 11 Pro/Enterprise edition can pause feature update
 

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Why Windows 11 Home edition can not pause the feature update? But Windows 11 Pro/Enterprise edition can pause feature update

I'm afraid it's one of those Home vs Pro/Enterprise features. :(
 

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    1 Gbps Download and 35 Mbps Upload
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    Microsoft Defender and Malwarebytes Premium
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    HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdn,
    CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD
    Galaxy S23 Plus phone
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For Home edition , there a new way to do this for the Home edition? I'm using 23H2. I don't want 24H2 to be loaded by force. :/ (g translate)
 

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For Home edition , there a new way to do this for the Home edition? I'm using 23H2. I don't want 24H2 to be loaded by force. :/ (g translate)

Hello, :alien:

You could disable automatic updates below as a workaround to prevent updating to 24H2 until you're ready.

 

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    Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC
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    Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) 3.42 GHz
    Memory
    16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    15" HDR
    Screen Resolution
    2496 x 1664
    Hard Drives
    1 TB SSD
    Internet Speed
    Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
    Browser
    Chrome and Edge
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    Windows Defender
Hello, :alien:

You could disable automatic updates below as a workaround to prevent updating to 24H2 until you're ready.



I was looking for a way other than this method, I guess there is no :/
 

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    Computer type
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    Manufacturer/Model
    Huawei Matebook D15 Ryzen 5500U 8GB / 512 SSD, Windows 11 Home Single Language
    CPU
    Ryzen 5500U
    Keyboard
    Logitech K380, G15
    Mouse
    Logi m350, Everest SM-620, Logitech G9, Lecoo WS210
    Browser
    Chrome (Desktop), Vivaldi (Mobile)
    Antivirus
    Windows Security, (Alternative Eset)
I was looking for a way other than this method, I guess there is no :/
Yeah, the Home edition is a bit limited on options for this. :(
 

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    Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
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    PC/Desktop
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    Custom self build
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700K 5 GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus XI Formula Z390
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    64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600 MHz (F4-3600C18D-32GTZR)
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    1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
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    Seasonic Prime Titanium 850W
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    Computer type
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    Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PC
    CPU
    Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) 3.42 GHz
    Memory
    16 GB LPDDR5x-7467 MHz
    Monitor(s) Displays
    15" HDR
    Screen Resolution
    2496 x 1664
    Hard Drives
    1 TB SSD
    Internet Speed
    Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
    Browser
    Chrome and Edge
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender
I was looking for a way other than this method, I guess there is no :/
If you're willing to try, here's a possible workaround:

Windows runs a daily scheduled task "Compatibility Appraiser", which checks if your PC is eligible for an upgrade, based on known factors which can disqualify you. For example: not having the right CPU model, or missing TPM support.

The blocking reasons are written to the registry, so MS telemetry can understand why this PC isn't eligible. Once marked as ineligible, Windows will not try to upgrade your system until the conditions are fixed.

We can disable the task (to prevent it from resetting the keys), and insert our reg keys. I've exported the keys from my VMware virtual machine.

To mark your PC as "ineligible" for 24H2:
Code:
schtasks /disable /tn "\Microsoft\Windows\Application Experience\Microsoft Compatibility Appraiser"
reg import Block24H2_Upgrade.reg

To remove the previous block, and return to before:
Code:
schtasks /enable /tn "\Microsoft\Windows\Application Experience\Microsoft Compatibility Appraiser"
reg import Unblock24H2_Upgrade.reg

Compatibility Appraiser runs on all Windows editions, including Home. I don't have a copy of Home installed right now, but this should work.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 7
Rufus depends on a reg key hack (credited to another modder) to bypass the Setup upgrade restrictions.

That hack deletes a set of AppCompatFlags keys, which are the same ones we need in order to block upgrades. I installed a fresh copy of 23H2 Home in a VM, and exported those keys. This is probably overkill, but at least we're not missing any details.
 

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  • OS
    Windows 7
I was looking for a way other than this method, I guess there is no :/
You can just block the 24h2 update via powershell or with WuMgr. On mobile right now, but search the forum and I’ve posted both in other threads before.
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro

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