Jul 24, 2018  There are two methods by which one can install CAB files on Windows 10. The first one uses using the context menus and the second one involves the usage of Command Prompt. May 14, 2019  Scenario. In Windows 10, the official way to install Language package is via Settings- Time & Language - Region & Language - Add Language, which is also the securest and easiest way to get new language package. The following way is to install language package manually via CAB file. Note: This method is for limited network access computers, failed Windows update and so on.

1. Install Windows Update From Cab
2. How To Use Cab Files

Install Windows Update From Cab

Though not often, from time to time, Microsoft redistributes Windows updates and other software system and first-party software in .cab files. If you've encountered CAB files, here's how you can install CAB file in Windows 10.

In case you don't know, .cab or cabinet is a simple file extension that is mainly used to compress files in a file library and store them. Typically, most developers including Microsoft use this file format for its efficient compression methods. Additionally, just like the regular zip files, large CAB files can be split into multiple files to make transferring easy.

Without further ado, let me show you how to install .cab files in Windows.

Steps to Install CAB Files in Windows

How To Use Cab Files

You cannot install a CAB file by double-clicking on it. Rather, you have to use the DISM tool.

1. First, open the start menu, search for 'Command Prompt', right-click on it and select 'Run as administrator' option.

2. In the Command Prompt window, use the below command. Relace the dummy path with the actual path of the CAB file.

for example, if the .cab file is located in the root of D drive, the command with look something like this.

For 64-bit users only

If you are on a 64-bit Windows 10 system and receiving an error while using the above command or if the Command Prompt is trying to run the 32-bit version on DISM tool, use the below command. Again, don't forget to replace the dummy path with the actual path of the CAB file.

That is all. It is that simple to install CAB files in Windows 10. If you are stuck or need some help, comment below and I will try help as much as possible.

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