If the error persists on an updated PC, the Adobe installer might be misreading your system registry keys. You can manually check if Windows is reporting itself correctly.
Download the official from the Adobe website. Run the tool as an Administrator. If the error persists on an updated PC,
This error triggers when the Adobe Creative Cloud installer or the Photoshop application detects an operating system version that it no longer supports. Photoshop relies on modern Windows architecture to run its heavy AI tools, GPU acceleration, and performance patches. If your system falls behind, Adobe blocks the installation to prevent crashes. Run the tool as an Administrator
The message indicates a mandatory requirement for Adobe Photoshop's newer versions. , also known as the Windows 10 Anniversary Update , is a specific build of Windows 10 released by Microsoft in August 2016. It is not a random error code; it is a hard requirement set by Adobe to ensure stability. If your system falls behind, Adobe blocks the