If you’re experiencing issues with your Windows operating system and need to access the repair options, you can force Windows into repair mode by following these steps:
Restart Your Computer
Begin by restarting your computer. You can do this by clicking the Start button, then clicking the Power button, and finally selecting Restart.
Press the F8 Key Before Windows Starts
As your computer is restarting, press and hold the F8 key on your keyboard. You must press F8 before Windows starts loading, so it’s important to start pressing the key as soon as your computer begins booting up.
If you press F8 too late, Windows will start normally, and you’ll need to restart your computer and try again. Keep pressing F8 until you see the Advanced Boot Options menu appear on your screen.
Select “Repair Your Computer”
Once you see the Advanced Boot Options menu, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to select the “Repair Your Computer” option, and then press Enter.
If your computer has more than one operating system installed, use the arrow keys to highlight the operating system you want to repair, and then press F8.
The “Repair Your Computer” option will take you to the System Recovery Options menu, where you can access various tools to help you troubleshoot and repair your Windows installation.
Choose Your Repair Options
From the System Recovery Options menu, you can select from several repair options, depending on your specific issue and the tools available on your computer:
- System Restore: Allows you to restore your computer to a previous state using a restore point.
- System Image Recovery: Lets you restore your computer from a previously created system image.
- Windows Complete PC Restore: Enables you to restore your entire computer from a backup created with the Complete PC Backup feature.
- Startup Repair: Automatically diagnoses and repairs startup issues.
- Command Prompt: Provides access to the command line for advanced troubleshooting.
Choose the repair option that best suits your needs and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
Keep in mind that some repair options may require additional steps or information, such as a system image or backup, so make sure you have the necessary files and data before proceeding.
If none of the repair options are successful in resolving your issue, you may need to consider more advanced troubleshooting methods or reinstalling Windows altogether.