On Windows 11, you can use these instructions to install missing drivers through Windows Update and the steps to install them manually.

If your iPhone, iPad, is not detected by iTunes on Windows 11/10, then install iPhone drivers manually. Useful if they are not installed or not showing up.

If you have downloaded a INF driver file that doesn't have an installer package, you can manually install it using the .inf file. Here's how.

To update or reinstall your drivers in Windows 10, open the Device Manager and right-click the device you need to update.

Drivers allow Windows to work with hardware components such as graphics card, memory card, storage, camera and other essential components recognized by the operating system.