Due to the various problems Windows 11 has caused its users, we recommend stopping your computer from updating to this latest version until Microsoft has resolved these issues. We understand that some users have switched to Windows 11 and haven’t experienced any issues, though we realize this will not be the case for everyone.
Windows 11 updates have caused some major conflicts with Artisan, including:
- Driver issues with Zebra printers and other models
- Sluggish speed and performace issues
- Having to update Crystal Reports patch to use it with Artisan
- Future updates might break other Artisan components
At the end of the day, we want to make sure your business runs as smoothly as possible. Avoiding these known issues with Windows 11 is a great way to stay operational.
Note: If you have already updated to Windows 11 and are experiencing issues with a ZT230 label printer, please click here for a solution.
Prevent Computer from Updating to Windows 11
In your search bar, type “Windows update.” Click on the search result.
This will take you to the “Windows Update” screen. Click on “Stay on Windows 10 for now.“
We do not know how long this will prevent your computer from updating to Windows 11, so you might have to come back to this screen reguarly to keep staying on Windows 10.
Sometimes, Windows will send out update messages that will pop up on your computer. Please be mindful of these. Before clicking “update” or anything similar, make sure the update is not related to Windows 11.
Please inform your staff of these steps to ensure no one accidentally (or purposefully) updates your computer(s) to Windows 11.