How To Reset Your Laptop To Its Factory Settings
So you're having some trouble with your Windows 10 computer? Don't worry, it happens to the best of us. Fortunately, resetting your computer can often fix a variety of issues. Let's walk through the process together.
Step 1: Open the settings menu
The first thing you'll need to do is open the settings menu. You can do this by clicking on the Start menu (the Windows icon in the bottom left of your screen) and selecting "Settings".
Once you're in the settings menu, scroll down and select "Update & Security".
Step 2: Select "Recovery"
From the "Update & Security" menu, select the "Recovery" option on the left-hand side of the screen.
Under the "Reset this PC" section, click the "Get started" button.
Step 3: Choose your reset option
Now it's time to choose your reset option. You have two options: "Keep my files" and "Remove everything".
If you choose "Keep my files", your personal files (like documents and photos) will be saved, but all other settings and apps will be removed. If you choose "Remove everything", everything on your computer will be deleted and your computer will be restored to its original factory settings.
Step 4: Let the process complete
Once you've selected your preferred reset option, simply follow the on-screen instructions and let the process complete. Depending on the option you've chosen, this could take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours.
Conclusion
And that's it! Resetting your Windows 10 computer can be a great fix for a variety of issues. Just be sure to back up any important files before doing so, and remember that the process can take some time. Happy computing!
