Build innovative and differentiated devices with Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows runs on a broad set of devices—from desktops, notebooks, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The operating system's common core works across platforms with 80-inch screens or devices with no screens at all.
You can create devices to use touch/pen, mouse/keyboard, controller/gesture—or you can build them to switch between input types.
See Kits and tools overview to learn how our kits and tools enable you to work with Windows.
Design hardware with the latest features
Building a great Windows 10 or Windows 11 device starts with selecting the right components. Understanding the difference between minimum and optimal hardware requirements will ensure the best usability and performance. Our guidelines explain the requirements to implement Windows features like Cortana, Windows Hello, Touch, Windows Pen, and Continuum.
Create a single driver that runs across multiple device types, from embedded systems to tablets and desktop PCs. UMDF and KMDF templates are included in Visual Studio to help you get started.
Learn about deploying Windows 10 in S mode, a configuration of Windows 10 Pro that offers a familiar, productive Windows experience that’s streamlined for security and performance.