Alongside using Windows Update, Microsoft also makes available the ISO file for every new release of Windows 10, including for the April update. The only issue is that when you use a Windows 10 device to download the ISO from the Microsoft support website, you’re only given the choice to get the “Update Assistant” or “Media Creation Tool.” If you don’t want to go through the extra steps, there is a workaround to download the ISO file of Windows 10 version 1803 directly from the Microsoft servers without having to use the Media Creation Tool. You just need to trick the site to think you’re using an unsupported OS. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to download the Windows 10 ISO file (now with the April update) directly from Microsoft servers.
How to download the Windows 10 April update ISO
In order to download the ISO file of the Windows 10 April update, you’ll have to change your web browser settings to navigate the Microsoft support site as if you were using an unsupported OS, and then you’ll be able to download the ISO directly.
Microsoft Edge
Here’s how using the Edge browser:
Google Chrome
Here’s how using the Chrome browser: Switch user agent on Edge Download Windows 10 ISO without Media Creation Tool
Mozilla Firefox
Here’s how using Mozilla’s web browser: Switch user agent on Chrome After downloading the ISO file, you can use tools, such as Rufus to create a bootable media of Windows 10. Switch user agent on Firefox All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
