Adobe Photoshop Requires Windows 10 Anniversary Update Version 1607 -

The easiest solution is to let Windows update itself automatically. Open the and click the Settings gear. Select Update & Security . Click Windows Update on the left menu. Click the Check for updates button. Download and install all available feature updates. Restart your PC. Method 2: Use the Windows Update Assistant

If you have a Creative Cloud subscription: The easiest solution is to let Windows update

With these steps, you will have Photoshop installed and running smoothly—no matter what error message stands in your way. Click Windows Update on the left menu

Many users swear they run Windows Update regularly, yet they are stuck on version 1511 or 1507. Why? Restart your PC

Version 1607 introduced improved user interface scaling across multiple monitors, preventing blurry assets.

If you are already running a modern version of Windows (such as a recent Windows 10 build or Windows 11) and still see this error, your Creative Cloud or Photoshop installer is likely stuck running in compatibility mode for an older operating system.