How to Install Graphics Drivers on Windows 11

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Identify your graphics hardware

   Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager. Expand the Display adapters section to view your current GPU model and driver status.

   Note: Note the exact model name, as you will need this to download the correct driver package.
2. 2 min

   Download the latest drivers

   Navigate to the official manufacturer website for your GPU: NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel. Use their support or driver download portal to locate the specific driver package for your model and Windows 11.

   Note: Always download directly from the manufacturer to avoid unauthorized or malicious files.
3. 1 min

   Uninstall existing drivers

   Open Settings, navigate to Apps, then Installed apps. Search for your GPU software (e.g., NVIDIA Graphics Driver or AMD Software) and select Uninstall to remove corrupted or conflicting files.

   Note: Restart your computer immediately after the uninstallation completes to clear the registry of old configurations.
4. 2 min

   Run the driver installer

   Locate the downloaded executable file in your Downloads folder and run it as an administrator. Follow the on-screen prompts provided by the installation wizard.

   Note: Select the Clean Install option if provided by the installer to remove residual settings from previous versions.
5. 1 min

   Verify the installation

   Once the installer finishes, restart your system. Return to Device Manager, right-click your display adapter, and select Properties to confirm the Driver Date and Driver Version are updated.

   Note: The driver should show no yellow warning icons under the Device Manager status tab.