How to activate .Net Framework 3.5 on Windows 10

The .Net Framework 3.5 version on Windows 10 is hidden because a newer and more secure version is equipped and pre-installed by Microsoft in Windows 10. Some old software still works and requires .Net Framework 3.5 and you The following actions must be performed to re-enable .Net Framework 3.5 on Windows 10.

1. Install .Net Framework 3.5 in Windows Features

Step 1: Go to the Start menu (1) => Windows Systems (2) => Control Panel (3) .

Step 2: Click Programs .

Select Turn Windows Features on or off .

Step 3: Click on the [+] (1) in the .NET Framework 3.5 and check the 2 items inside (2) => OK (3) .

Step 4: You click on Let Windows Update download the files for you .

After that, the process of applying changes will take place.

Step 5: Click Restart now to restart your computer and apply the changes.

2. Install .Net Framework 3.5 with the installation package from Microsoft

Step 1: Access the link https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=21 to download:

Click the red Downloads button to download.

Step 2: Click on Download and install this feature .

After that, the download and installation will take place.

Step 3: Click Close to close after the installation is complete.

With this quick and simple guide, you can install .Net Framework 3.5 on Windows 10. Wish you success!

Isabella Humphrey

Update 07 January 2021