Convert Windows 10 64 bit to 32 bit

In this Windows 10 guide, I will show you how to check if a Windows 10 64-bit version is compatible with your PC and how to upgrade from Windows 10 32-bit like a 32 bit laptop to Windows 10 64-bit version. This guide is for Windows operating systems only, it doe snot matter if Windows is installed on laptop or on a Desktop PC.

It is important that you make a full backup of your system including personal files and folders before upgrading because Windows Updater will empty the installation partition during the upgrade. At the very least, you should back up all personal files before you begin. Read our tutorial on how to back up your system.

The 64-bit version of Windows 10 can only be installed if your computer's hardware supports it (e.g. a 64 bit laptop). You can check this by following the four steps below. Please keep in mind that 64Bit Windows requires more RAM (Random Access Memory) that the 32bit version, you might check Windows System information (device and hardware details) to ensure that you have at least 4GB of RAM.

Making Sure 64 Bit Windows is Compatible With Your PC

Step 1: Press Windows key + I from the keyboard.

Step 2: Click on System.

Step 3: Click on About.

Step 4: Check the system type, if it says: 32-bit operating system, x64-based processor then your PC is running a 32-bit version of Windows 10 on a 64-bit processor (32bit x64). If it says 32-bit operating system, x86-based processor, then your computer doesn't support 64bit Windows.

Creating a Windows 10 Installation Media

Step 1: Connect a USB drive to your system, the USB media must have at least 4 GB in size. The media is formatted, so don't use media which contains files.

Step 2: Visit Microsoft's Windows 10 download page.

Step 3: Download the Media Creation Tool by clicking the Download tool now button.

Step 4: Run the MediaCreationTool.exe.

Step 5: Accept the license terms.

Step 6: Choose to Create an installation media for another PC.

Step 7: Click Next.

Step 8: Uncheck Use the recommended options for this PC.

Step 9: Make sure to select 64-bit architecture (x64).

Step 10: Click Next.

Step 11: Choose the USB flash drive option.

Step 12: Click Next.

Step 13: Select the removable drive from the list.

Step 14: Click Next.

Installing 64-bit Version of Windows 10

Step 1: Restart your PC (via start button) with the USB drive connected to the system and start the installation of Windows 10.

Step 2: Click Next.

Step 3: Click Install Now.

Step 4: Skip entering the product key.

Step 5: Accept the license terms.

Step 6: Click Custom: Install Windows only (advanced).

Step 7: Select and delete system partitions -- usually: Drive 0 Partition 1 and Drive 0 Partition 2.

Step 8: Click Next and follow the instructions to install Windows 10.

After the installation is finished, download the latest updates and drivers from Windows updates.

Microsoft gives you the 32-bit version of Windows 10 if you upgrade from the 32-bit version of Windows 7 or 8.1. But you can switch to the 64-bit version. Why upgrade windows 10 32 bit to 64 bit? 

The reason is that the 32-bit version is limited to 4GB of RAM, which is a small amount. Especially when these days PCs usually have 8GB or more. If you upgrade your computer to 64 bit, you'll be able to run more applications simultaneously. Other applications like Google Chrome will be able to handle more open tabs, and you will be able to run more memory-intensive applications, such as AutoCAD, Photoshop, and video editing programs, etc.

However, during the period of changing to 64 bit, most people complain that their files got lost. Follow the three steps below tochange Windows from 32 bit to 64 bit without losing data!

1. Make Sure 64-Bit is Compatible with Your Processor

You can only install the Windows 64-bit on compatible hardware, that is to say, you have to make sure if your computer has a 64-bit processor. Here we only provide the easiest way for you to check your system type:

• Open the "Start menu".
• Search for "System Information".
• Press "Enter".
• Look for "System Type". 

Then, you will see one of the following system types:

1. 1. 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor: Your CPU supports 64-bit and you have already installed the 64-bit version of Windows 10. So you don't need to upgrade.
2. 2. 32-bit operating system, x64-based processor: Your CPU supports 64-bit, but you have installed the 32-bit version of Windows.
3. 3. 32-bit operating system, x86-based processor: Your CPU supports 32-bit and you have installed the 32-bit version of Windows.

If you see the second type, then your computer can run a 64-bit version of Windows. If you see the third one, it means you can't install another architecture of the operating system because your CPU doesn't support it.

2. Back Up Important Files Before Windows 10 64-Bit Upgrade

To avoid data loss, you'd better make a full backup of your PC. While making a full backup of the computer can be time-consuming, we recommend you try a data backup utility - EaseUS Todo Backup, to finish this job quickly and effectively. This software enables you to make a full backup of your computer in one click. It also helps you make backup schedules. 

Download EaseUS Todo Backup and quickly make a backup of your important files.

Step 1. Click "Select backup contents" to initiate a backup.

Step 2. There are four data backup categories, File, Disk, OS, and Mail, click File.

Step 3. Local and network files will be displayed on the left side. You may extend the directory to choose which files to back up.

Step 4. Select the location where you want to store the backup by following the on-screen instructions.

Click "Options" to encrypt the backup with a password in "Backup Options," and to setup a backup schedule and choose to initiate a backup at a certain event in "Backup Scheme." There are a variety of other customization options available for the backup process.

Step 5. You may save the backup to a local disk, EaseUS' online service, or a NAS.

Step 6. EaseUS Todo Backup enables customers to back up data to a third-party cloud drive and its own cloud drive.

If you want to back up data to a third-party cloud drive, choose Local Drive, scroll down to add Cloud Device, add your account, and then log in.

Step 7. To begin backup, click "Backup Now" Once the backup process has been finished, it will be shown as a card on the panel's left side. To further manage a backup job, right-click it.

 Notice:If you want to keep all the apps or programs, it is a good idea to move/transfer programs to an external hard drive with EaseUS Todo PCTrans. This PC transfer software moves data, applications, and accounts from one computer to another in Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP. You can directly run programs from the external device without any difficulty. If you don't have an external hard drive, you can also use a USB with enough free space.

You'll need to perform a clean install to get to the 64-bit version of Windows 10 from the 32-bit one, for there's no direct upgrade path.

First, be sure to check that your current 32-bit version of Windows 10 is activated under Settings > Update & security > Activation.

Step 1. Create the installation media

1. Go to Microsoft's Windows 10 download page. Click the Download tool now button and save the Media Creation Tool on your desktop.

2. Connect a USB drive with at least 4GB of available space.

3. Double-click the MediaCrationTool.exe file.

4. Click the "Accept" to agree on the terms.

5. Select the Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC option. Click Next.

6. Uncheck the "Use the recommended options for this PC" option.

7. Make sure to select your language, edition, and, more importantly, the architecture, which in this case is 64-bit (x64). Click Next.

8. Select the USB flash drive option. Click Next.

9. Select the removable drive from the list. Click Next.

Step 2. Windows 10 32 bit to 64-bit install 

1. Restart your computer and boot from the installation media (press f2 when you restart > select boot > boot from USB).

2. On "Windows Setup," click the Next button.

3. Click "Install Now", and click the "I don't have a product key" link to continue.

4. Select the edition of Windows 10 (if applicable). This selection must match the edition of the license activates.

5. Accept the license terms and continue.

6. Click the Custom: Install Windows only (Advanced) option.

7. Select and delete system partitions - usually: Drive 0 Partition 1 and Drive 0 Partition 2.

8. Click Next and follow the instructions to install Windows 10.

When you finished the installation, Windows 10 will automatically check in with Microsoft and activate itself. You'll now be running the 64-bit edition of Windows on your PC. And you need to continue with the on-screen directions to finish the out-of-box experience (OOBE) to create a new account, set your preferences, and choose your preferred privacy settings.

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