Five reasons to download the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update
The fourth major tweak to the desktop software arrives today.
The next version of Windows 10 is here – the Fall Creators Update is to begin rolling out to users today.
The fourth major update to Windows 10 since it launched in 2015 has been described by Windows executive Terry Myserson as being all about “unlocking creativity”.
So, how exactly will the Fall Creators Update do that? Here are some of the new software’s key features.
1. Paint 3D
Following an online outpouring of sorrow Microsoft quickly stepped into reiterate that Paint wasn’t dying, it was just moving to the Windows Store instead.
In its place as the native app will be Paint 3D, which still has all the same tools but the added bonus of being able to create 3D images. What’s not to like?
2. Story Remix
Quick, slick editing apps is something developers and other platforms have been doing well for some time now, and Microsoft is keen to catch up.
3. Copy and paste
Now, users will be able to highlight text and save it to the clipboard to be pasted elsewhere, and be able to access it on another device.
A perfect example of the tool in use – imagine copying a restaurant address from the browser of your PC and pasting it into the Maps app on your smartphone.
4. Virtual reality
The result is virtual reality will be more easily accessed, even through relatively affordable headsets – such as the one HP has built for such an occasion.
5. Everything else
The Start menu now has more customisation tools, while the new Eye Control tool is a smart step forward for any Windows users with mobility issues, enabling users to move the mouse cursor on-screen using just their eyes via a connected camera.
The tech giant has also said a range of security updates are in place.
In terms of preparing for the Fall Creators Update, Windows users should ensure they back up their computer before downloading any update, and look out for the notification from Microsoft alerting them to the update’s availability.
The impatient can head to the Microsoft website should they prefer and grab the update once they’re ready.
