Check the 'Program Files' Folder Name This method isn't as easy to understand as using Control Panel, but it does provide a quick way of checking on whether you're running a 64-bit or 32-bit ...

Identifying your system type is also important when upgrading. If you're running a 32-bit version of Windows, upgrading to 64-bit can help unlock the full potential of your computer.

So, these are a few of the simplest methods that can be used to check if an application is 64-bit or 32-bit, without using any third-party tools. Try them out and let us know which one works for you.

Determine 64-bit compatibility from Settings To check whether the processor can run the 64-bit of Windows 10, use these steps: Open Settings. Click on System. Click on About.

Will my programs still be compatible? Answer: The short answer is yes. Windows 7 64-bit has backwards compatibility with most 32-bit programs. Just start installing them — they should work fine.