Determine if Windows 8.1 is 64-bit (x64) or 32-bit (x86)

Most, if not all, computers sold at Big Box stores have Windows 8.1 64-bit preinstalled. But to make sure you are running Windows 8.1 64-bit or 32-bit then follow these steps.

Determining if Windows 8.1 is 64-bit or 32-bit

1. Open the Settings Charm. Refer to “Opening the Settings Charms – Windows 8.1”.
2. Tap or Click Change PC Settings.

   

3. Select PC and Device.

   

4. Select PC Info.

   

5. Look at System Type. This will tell you if you are running Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 8.1 32-bit.

    

Related Articles

• Opening the Settings Charms – Windows 8.1

Opening the Settings Charm – Windows 8.1

The Settings Charm in Windows 8.1 contains Control Panel,  Personalization settings, PC Information, Help, Internet access, Volume controls, Brightness, Notifications, Power Options,  Keyboard, and PC Settings.

To Open the Settings Charm

Keyboard Users

1. Move the mouse to the lower right corner of the screen to open the Charms.

   Keyboard Tip

   Pressing Winkey+C on your keyboard will open the Charms.

2. Click on Settings.

   

Touch Users

1. Swipe from the right side of the screen to open the Charms.
2. Tap Settings.