Troubleshooting directx downgrade to 10

By / March 12, 2023

Some users reported on the Microsoft support forum that they are unable to downgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 7 due to DirectX 11.
> Hello,
> I have upgraded my pc to windows 10 and installed DirectX 11 because > some games run better with directx11. Now I want to play some old games which > only work with Direct x 9.1. > So is it possible to downgrade from 10 to 9.1?
In this guide, we will explore some potential fixes for DirectX 11 downgrade to 10 error.

  • The DirectX downgrade process requires downloading specific files from the Microsoft website.
  • While this process sounds easy, many users have complained that they encountered some errors when trying to follow this guide.
  • Take a look at some of our other tech articles dedicated to troubleshooting DirectX in our dedicated Fix Hub.
  • For more guides like this, visit our Windows 10 Errors page.

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    Check the latest graphics card driver

    1. Download the latest graphics card driver from the card manufacturer’s website.
    2. Installing the latest drivers will resolve most of the common issues.

    Run SFC and DISM scan

    1. Press Windows + S and type cmd.
    2. Right-click on Command prompt and choose Run as administrator.
    3. Now, type sfc/scannow and press the Return key.
      Now, type sfc/scannow and press the Return key.
    4. Windows will now scan the problematic files and attempt to fix them.

    Repair the DxDiag file

    1. Go to this address: C:\Windows\System32DxDiag
    2. Press the Win+R keys on your keyboard and type dxdiag.
      Press the Win+R keys on your keyboard and type dxdiag.
    3. Press Enter.
    4. Go to Display tab and click on Display Adapter.
    5. Write down the Manufacturer, Model, and Version.
    6. Click File and Save as.
      Click File and Save as.
    7. In the Save As dialog box, enter dxdiag.inf in the File name box.
    8. Press the Save button.
    9. Save the file to your Desktop.
    10. Double click the dxdiag.inf.
    11. In the Compatibility tab, check the Enable compatibility mode for program box.
    12. Check the Run this program in compatibility mode for and select Windows XP in the drop-down menu.
      Check the Run this program in compatibility mode for and select Windows XP in the drop-down menu.
    13. Click Apply and OK, and then press Yes if asked to restart the computer.

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    • Update Windows

    1. Open the Settings app with the Windows key + I shortcut.
    2. Select the Update & Security option.
    3. Click the Check for updates button.
      Click the Check for updates button.

    Install the latest graphics card drivers

    1. Click Start > type Device Manager > right-click on the device you want > Properties.
    2. Go to the Driver tab > click Update Driver.
      Go to the Driver tab > click Update Driver.

    Change Windows 10’s compatibility mode

    1. Right-click the .exe file, and select Properties.
    2. On the Compatibility tab, click the box next to Run this program in compatibility mode for.
      On the Compatibility tab, click the box next to Run this program in compatibility mode for.
    3. Select the version of Windows listed there, and click the OK button.

    Perform a Clean Installation

    1. Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app, and click on Update & Security.
    2. Click the Check for updates button.
      Click the Check for updates button.
    3. Wait until the update downloads and installs successfully.
      Wait until the update downloads and installs successfully.
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    How can I upgrade my graphics card?

    1. Press the Windows key + R, type dxdiag, and hit Enter.
    2. On the DirectX Diagnostic Tool window, click on Display tab.
      On the DirectX Diagnostic Tool window, click on Display tab.
    3. Select and right-click on your current graphics card and choose Properties from the menu.
    4. Select the Compatibility tab, and check to see if your graphics driver is 10 or 11 or newer.
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