How to Open and Use the Ubuntu Boot Repair Tool

If you’re experiencing boot issues with your Ubuntu system, the Boot Repair tool can be a lifesaver. This handy utility can help you fix a wide range of boot problems, from a broken GRUB bootloader to issues with the boot sector. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to open and use the Boot Repair tool on your Ubuntu system.

Opening the Boot Repair Tool
There are two main ways to open the Boot Repair tool on your Ubuntu system:

From the Ubuntu Live Environment

If your Ubuntu system is not booting properly, you can boot into a live Ubuntu environment using a USB drive or DVD. Once in the live environment, open a terminal and run the following commands:
textsudo add-apt-repository ppa:yannubuntu/boot-repair
sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y boot-repair
boot-repair

This will install the Boot Repair tool and launch it for you.

From an Installed Ubuntu System

If you can access your installed Ubuntu system, you can also open the Boot Repair tool from there. Open a terminal and run the following command:
textboot-repair

This will launch the Boot Repair tool directly.
Using the Boot Repair Tool
Once the Boot Repair tool is open, you’ll see two main options:

Recommended Repair: This will attempt to automatically detect and fix any boot issues on your system. This is a good place to start if you’re not sure what the problem is.

Create BootInfo Summary: This will generate a detailed report of your system’s boot configuration, which you can then share with the Ubuntu community or support forums if you need further assistance.

If the recommended repair doesn’t fix the issue, you can explore the advanced options in the Boot Repair tool, such as reinstalling the bootloader, repairing the filesystem, or changing boot parameters.