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How to reset Windows 11 without losing your files
It seems that no matter what I do, my Windows 11 computers break down at some point. Whether it’s because of faulty drivers, corrupt system files, or malfunctioning apps, Windows 11 eventually starts to slow down or throw indecipherable errors. You might think the only solution is to perform a clean install of the operating system. What if I told…
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How to factory reset Windows 11 from boot if PC won’t boot
To reset a Windows 11 device when it doesn’t boot, start the computer in WinRE, open Advanced options > Troubleshoot, click “Reset this PC,” choose “Keep my files,” click “Just remove my files,” choose “Cloud download,” and click “Reset.” UPDATED 1/31/2025: If you’re having trouble with Windows 11, a factory reset can often be the solution, and you can even…
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How to factory reset Windows 11 removing everything
To factory reset Windows 11, open Settings > System > Recovery, click the “Reset PC” button, and select the “Remove everything” option. Select the “Local reinstall” or “Cloud download” options, and click the “Next” and “Reset” buttons. UPDATED 1/31/2025: If you’re considering resetting your Windows 11 PC, perhaps to decommission it, resolve persistent issues, enhance performance, or address battery and app…
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How to factory reset Windows 11 keeping files (2025)
To reset Windows 11 keeping files, open Settings > Recovery, click “Reset PC,” select “Keep my files,” and “Local reinstall.” Or open Settings > Recovery, click “Reset PC,” select “Keep my files,” and “Cloud download.” Or Start Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), then go to Troubleshoot > Reset this PC, and select “Keep my files” and “Local reinstall.” UPDATED 1/29/2025: When…
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How to factory reset Windows 11 and remove everything
Do you want to know how to factory reset Windows 11 and delete everything on your PC? Are you looking for the easiest way to wipe Windows 11 to factory settings? If so, you’re in the right place. This guide walks you through all the steps required to perform a factory reset of Windows 11, whether from Settings or from…
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Chromebooks Get a New Safety Reset Feature in ChromeOS M131
Like other operating systems, ChromeOS isn’t immune to issues. Whenever users run into issues, Powerwashing or a factory reset is usually the last resort. Well, not anymore as there’s a new feature in ChromeOS called Safety Reset that you can try to fix the issue before going ahead with a factory reset. Google is rolling out a new feature in…
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Now ChromeOS can reset itself without erasing your laptop
This week, Google announced it’s rolling out ChromeOS M131 to non-beta users, bringing with it a handy “Safety reset” feature that lets Chromebook users reset their laptops without totally wiping them. The update also introduced a new “Flash notifications” accessibility option to help those who might not otherwise easily hear or see them. Like Powerwash in ChromeOS, Safety reset will…
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There’s a New Way to Reset Your Chromebook
ChromeOS 131 is rolling out now to Chromebooks with a few useful improvements. Namely, it introduces the new “Safety reset” feature, which feels like a light version of a factory reset. The Safety Reset feature lets users restore their ChromeOS device to a previous good condition without completing a factory reset (also known as a power wash). The safety reset…
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How to reset Windows 10 keeping files
To reset Windows 10 keeping files, open Settings > Update & Security > Recovery, click “Get started” for “Reset this PC,” choose “Keep my files,” select the “cloud” or “local” reinstall, click “Next,” and “Reset.” Although you can keep your files while resetting Windows 10, the process will delete settings and apps because that’s one of the points of resetting,…
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How to reset Windows 10 removing everything
To reset Windows 10 to the Microsoft original factory default settings, open Settings > Update & Security > Recovery, click the “Get started” button for the “Reset this PC” setting, choose the “Remove everything” option, select the “Cloud download” or “Local download,” and confirm the reset process. It’s also possible to reset the system to the factory defaults from the…
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