# Windows 10 Version 1809

> version of Windows 10

**Wikidata**: [Q59617943](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q59617943)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/windows-10-version-1809

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Windows 10 Version 1809**:

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## Summary  
Windows 10 Version 1809 is a major update to Microsoft's Windows 10 operating system, released on November 13, 2018. Also known as the "October 2018 Update," it introduced new features and improvements over its predecessor, Windows 10 Version 1803. It was succeeded by Windows 10 Version 1903.

## Key Facts  
- **Release Date:** November 13, 2018.  
- **Developer:** Microsoft.  
- **Aliases:** October 2018 Update, Windows 10 October 2018 Update, Redstone 5 (RS5).  
- **Preceded by:** Windows 10 Version 1803.  
- **Succeeded by:** Windows 10 Version 1903.  
- **Instance of:** Operating system.  
- **Part of series:** Windows 10 updates (Q18168774).  
- **Logo:** [Windows 10 Logo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Windows_10_Logo.svg).  

## FAQs  
### Q: What is Windows 10 Version 1809 also known as?  
A: It is commonly referred to as the "October 2018 Update" or by its codename, Redstone 5 (RS5).  

### Q: When was Windows 10 Version 1809 released?  
A: It was officially released on November 13, 2018.  

### Q: What came after Windows 10 Version 1809?  
A: It was succeeded by Windows 10 Version 1903, released in May 2019.  

## Why It Matters  
Windows 10 Version 1809 marked a significant update in Microsoft's semi-annual release cycle, introducing enhancements to productivity, security, and user experience. It included features like a redesigned snipping tool, dark mode for File Explorer, and improvements to cloud clipboard functionality. Despite initial rollout issues, it played a key role in Microsoft's strategy to keep Windows 10 users updated with the latest innovations. Its release underscored Microsoft's commitment to iterative improvements and responsiveness to user feedback.

## Notable For  
- Introduced dark mode for File Explorer.  
- Featured a redesigned snipping tool with screen recording capabilities.  
- Included cloud clipboard enhancements for cross-device copy-paste functionality.  

## Body  
### Release and Development  
- **Publication Date:** November 13, 2018.  
- **Developer:** Microsoft, headquartered in Redmond, Washington, USA.  

### Features  
- Dark mode for File Explorer.  
- Redesigned snipping tool with screen recording.  
- Cloud clipboard improvements.  

### Version History  
- **Preceded by:** Windows 10 Version 1803.  
- **Succeeded by:** Windows 10 Version 1903.  

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