This article shows you how to determine the architecture of a 32-bit or 64-bit Windows computer.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Windows 10 and 8

Step 1. Click on the "Start" icon with the right button
This is the Windows logo that you can find in the lower left corner of the screen; doing so opens a pop-up menu.
- If you don't see this icon, press the key combination ⊞ Win + X.
- If you are using a laptop with a trackpad, tap it with two fingers instead of clicking using the right button.

Step 2. Select System
This option should be at the top of the menu list.

Step 3. Look for the "System Type" entry
It is found under "Installed RAM", present on the page that has opened. To the right of this should be "64-bit" or "32-bit"; this is the architecture of your computer.
Method 2 of 2: Windows 7

Step 1. Open the "Start" menu
You can click on the Windows logo in the lower left corner of the screen or press the ⊞ Win key.

Step 2. Click on Computer using the right button
This item is located on the right side of the boot menu; this operation allows you to view a drop-down menu.
- If you have the "This Computer" application on your desktop, you can right-click its icon.
- If you are using a laptop with a trackpad, tap the pad with two fingers instead of right-clicking.

Step 3. Select Properties
This option is located near the bottom of the drop-down menu.

Step 4. Look for the "System Type" entry
You can see it under the title "installed RAM" on this page; to the right of this item is written "64-bit" or "32-bit" which indicates the architecture of your version of Windows.