CLI Mode
CLI mode is the one-shot command style:
wum status
wum list --security
wum install KB5034441 --dry-run
Use CLI mode when you want repeatable commands, scripts, JSON output, CI checks, or a direct terminal workflow. Each command exits after it finishes.
CLI docs
Command Reference
Every command, argument, option, admin requirement, and example.
Diagnostics
Health checks, exit-code bitmask, scan details, and component reset guidance.
Troubleshooting
Symptom-to-fix notes for common Windows Update failures.
Command pages
| Command | Detail page |
|---|---|
status |
Status |
list |
List |
search |
Search |
install |
Install |
uninstall |
Uninstall |
hide |
Hide |
history |
History |
pause |
Pause |
schedule |
Schedule |
settings |
Settings |
reboot |
Reboot |
diagnose |
Diagnose |
update, upgrade |
Update / Upgrade |
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