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Follow these steps to reset Windows and reinstall it to its original state:
Method 1: Utilize the pre-installed recovery mode provided by the manufacturer.
Most laptops come with a pre-installed licensed version of Windows and a hidden recovery partition to revert to the original state. You can access this recovery mode by using specific shortcut keys during the boot-up process:
For Acer: Press Alt + F10, Asus: Press F9, Dell/Alienware: Press F8, HP: Press F11, Lenovo: Press F11, MSI: Press F3, Samsung: Press F4, Sony: Press F10.
Method 2: Utilize the Reset Windows feature on Windows 10/8.1/8
On Windows 8 and later operating systems, Microsoft introduced the useful Reset Windows and Refresh Windows features. These features make it easy to restore Windows to its original state.
To reset Windows, open Windows Settings by pressing the Windows key + I, then select Update & Security from the Windows Settings window.
In the right panel, navigate to the Recovery section, then select Get Started under Reset this PC.
Method 3: Utilizing Manufacturer's Recovery Disk
Apart from the pre-installed recovery mode on your device, you can also reset Windows through a recovery disk or a licensed Windows installation disk provided with the device.
Method 4: Fresh Installation of Windows.
If you've already reset Windows but your computer still runs slow or doesn't operate smoothly as desired, consider formatting the hard drive and reinstalling Windows. This method will give you a 'clean' operating system, but remember to back up your data to another hard drive before reinstalling Windows.
We hope that with this article, Mytour can assist you in resolving some computer issues. Besides utilizing the method of resetting Windows, it's also advisable to create a bootable USB for repairing and recovering hard drive data.
For Windows 11 users, performing a reset is also recommended if you encounter any errors. Refer to this article for an easy and quick reset process.
- Read more: How to Reset Windows 11
Wishing you all success!
