How to Delete Pending updates on Windows 11

On Windows 11, managing pending updates involves clearing the contents of the "Download" folder within the "SoftwareDistribution" directory, which houses the necessary files for Windows Update to implement system updates.
Updates may encounter installation failures due to bugs, compatibility issues, or file corruption. If a cumulative update poses challenges during installation or users report problems with a particular patch, removing pending updates becomes a viable solution to either redownload the files or prevent the system from attempting to install them.
Follow these steps to delete pending updates on Windows 11:
Open File Explorer on your Windows 11 system.
In the address bar, input the following path and press Enter:
C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution\Download
Select all folders and files (either by pressing "Ctrl + A" or using the "Select all" option from the "See more" menu) within the "Download" folder.
Click the "Delete" button to eliminate pending updates on Windows 11.
Upon completing these steps, any available files related to pending updates on Windows 11 will be removed from your device. If you need to block a specific update after deletion, utilize the "Show or hide updates" tool to prevent Windows Update from downloading those packages again. These steps are also effective for removing pending feature updates.
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