There can be many good reasons to reset your Windows installation. It can very simply be because you want to start fresh with your Windows installation and clean it up properly. However, it can also be if the PC is to be passed on to a new member of the family or sold. Fortunately, the process is delightfully straightforward and easy to manage.
Open Settings: Click the Start button and then the Settings icon (gear icon) to open the Windows 11 settings.
Navigate to "System": In the Settings window, click "System" in the left sidebar.
Select "Recovery": In the System window, click "Recovery" in the right side panel.
Start the Reset process: Under "Reset this PC", click the "Reset PC" button.
Choose Reset Method: You will be presented with different reset methods including "Keep my files" or "Remove everything". Choose the method that best suits your needs.
Confirm and Begin Reset: Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your selection and start the reset process. Windows 11 will then begin resetting your PC to factory settings.
Open Settings: Click the Start button and then the Settings icon (gear icon) to open Windows 10 Settings.
Navigate to "Update and Security": In the Settings window, click on "Update and Security".
Go to "Recovery": In the menu on the left, select "Recovery".
Start the Reset process: Under "Reset this PC", click the "Get started" button.
Choose Reset Method: You will be presented with different reset methods including "Keep my files" or "Remove everything". Choose the method that best suits your needs.
Confirm and Begin Reset: Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your selection and start the reset process. Windows 10 will then begin resetting your PC to factory settings.
Note: During the reset process, your computer will restart several times and this may take some time depending on the speed of your computer and the amount of data to be processed. Be sure to take backup copies of important files before performing a reset to avoid losing data should something go wrong along the way, such as a power failure or the like.