How quickly reinstall Windows 10 without any loss of personal files
Educational Program Vindovs / / December 19, 2019
If your computer slows down, the reason for it can be to lose the excess or resource-intensive programs. In this case, try a new feature in Windows 10 "Start over." It resets the system, and clears it from the third-party software, while maintaining the personal files.
To avoid confusion, let's understand, than reinstalling using the "Start Over" is different from the previously available rollback the system to its original state.
Since the introduction of Windows 10, there is an option "to return your computer to its original state." It is located in the "Settings» → «updates and security" under the item "Recovery."
With its help, you can reset the system, leaving intact personal files. The procedure returns the previously installed version of Windows 10, and erase all the set program you. But if your computer has software pre-installed by the manufacturer, it is not going anywhere.
The "Restart", added the update Creators Update, works a little differently. It also resets (and in fact - resets) Windows 10 without prejudice to the personal files. But it immediately updates the system to the latest version, and how to put the program removes you and preset by the manufacturer (except for applications from Windows Store).
So, if your goal - a fresh version of Windows 10 from the personal files intact, dropped to the default settings, and completely free from unnecessary software, then you fit the option "Start over." Follow the instructions below to activate it.
for Windows 10 reinstallation instructions
- Make backup copies of the most important files. Windows promises not to touch them, but it is better insure themselves against possible failures in the system.
- Make sure that you have all the necessary passwords and keys for programs that require login and activation. For example, if you are using a package of Office, after reinstalling it may require a product key.
- Connect your computer to the Internet.
- Open the "Settings» → «updates and security» → «recovery».
- Under the item "Additional recovery options", click "Learn how to start over with a clean installation of Windows» and confirm the action.
- In the window that opens, click on "Getting Started" and follow the instructions of the system, carefully read all notices.
Windows will reset itself and put all the necessary drivers. If necessary, you can install them yourself by downloading from the manufacturer or PC via special program.