There are three main editions available for download. Choose the one that fits your needs:
If Visual Studio feels sluggish on Windows 11:
If you are starting a brand new project and have no legacy code constraints, consider , as it is optimized specifically for the Windows 11 architecture and supports the latest .NET versions out of the box.
Visual Studio 2019 is fully compatible with Windows 11 and remains a robust environment for developing C++, .NET, and web applications. While Microsoft promotes Visual Studio 2022 as the current standard, VS 2019 version 16.11 is the final stable version and will receive security updates through April 2029. Official Download Sources
You must sign in with a Microsoft account (Outlook, Hotmail, or Live) to access the 2019 download links. Select Your Edition:
