Patch

by GnuWin32v2.5.9-7

GnuWin32.Patch

Last updated Apr 28, 2026

Patch: apply a diff file to an original.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id GnuWin32.Patch --exact --version 2.5.9-7

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

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About

'patch' takes a patch file containing a difference listing produced by diff and applies those differences to one or more original files, producing patched versions.

Installers · v2.5.9-7

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	zip	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Patch on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id GnuWin32.Patch --exact --version 2.5.9-7. winget downloads the installer from GnuWin32 and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Patch silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id GnuWin32.Patch --exact 2.5.9-7 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

How do I uninstall Patch via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id GnuWin32.Patch --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Patch's Apps & Features entry.

Is Patch free?

Patch is distributed under Multiple licenses. Refer to the publisher (https://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/patch.htm) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Patch work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Patch directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Patch up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id GnuWin32.Patch --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of Patch from microsoft/winget-pkgs.