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GPUpdate /Force Not Working? 5 Ways to Quickly Fix it
Reset your Group Policy Editor then apply the command
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Key notes
Gpupdate force is a command designed to forcefully apply updates on Windows machines. This means that if you have updates waiting to be installed but you haven’t applied them yet, this utility will force them to be installed immediately.
The main reason why people use this tool is that it helps to update their machines as quickly as possible. It can also be used when you want to make sure that a policy setting is not applied or you want to troubleshoot why a particular setting is not working as expected.
Why is my GPO not being applied?
GPOs are applied on a computer-by-computer basis and can be applied in one of two ways:
However, sometimes, your gpupdate/force command may not be working on your Windows 10 or 11 device. This is because:
How do I force the Gpupdate command to apply?
Before anything else, check off the following:
1. Delete the registry.pol file
2. Perform DISM and SFC scans
3. Restart Group Policy
4. Create a new user profile
There are times when you may have to create a new user profile and then use it to log on to your computer. This can be done for many reasons, but the most common is that there is an issue with your current user profile.
When creating the new user profile, don’t forget toassign administrative privilegesthat will enable you to make changes to the Group Policy Editor.
5. Reset Group Policy
If all these fail, consider usingGPMCto troubleshoot your Group Policy issues. It is a powerful and intuitive tool that can help you resolve most of these issues including gpupdate/force command not working.
As a last resort, aclean install or in-place upgrademay be on the horizon if the command line is still not working.
We also have answers on what to do if yourgroup policy keeps revertingso feel free to check out our detailed guide on the same.
Let us know if you have been able to resolve this issue in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
