However, if you want to keep automatic updates disabled for Windows 10 while continue getting definition updates for Microsoft Defender Antivirus, you’ll need to create a schedule task to download updates automatically. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to download and update definitions manually for the Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 10.
How to schedule task to definition update on Microsoft Defender How to update definitions with Command Prompt on Microsoft Defender
How to schedule task to definition update on Microsoft Defender
To create a scheduled task to update Microsoft Defender Antivirus definitions, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the commands will run on the schedule you specified to update the Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Task Scheduler create new task Task general settings Task Scheduler trigger settings Microsoft Defender clear definition cache Microsoft Defender update command
Allow task to be run on demand. Run task as soon as possible after a scheduled start missed. If the task fails, restart every. (Adjust as necessary.)
Task Scheduler additional settings
How to update definitions with Command Prompt on Microsoft Defender
If you want to update definitions without using Task Scheduler, the following instructions will help you to complete the task. To update Microsoft Defender Antivirus definitions manually using Command Prompt, use these steps: After you complete the steps, Microsoft Defender Antivirus will contact the update servers to download and install the latest definition updates. Microsoft Defender clean definition cache command Microsoft Defender update definition with Command Prompt All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
