I've been trying to factory reset my Windows 11, but I keep running into issues. First, I attempted the reinstall option from the device settings, but it failed toward the end without really explaining why. Then, I tried the cloud reinstall option, which has now been stuck at 100% on 'downloading' for about half an hour. I'm looking for a way to actually reset my laptop and fix these problems. Any tips?
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One option you could consider is reinstalling Windows using a USB stick. It’s often more reliable than the built-in reset options.
For a surefire way to reset your system, try making a bootable Windows installation drive. You can do this using the Microsoft Media Creation Tool. Make sure to boot from this drive and delete all the partitions on your laptop before proceeding with the installation. Just remember that you'll need access to another computer to create the install drive, and it’s a good idea to download any necessary drivers afterwards from your laptop's support page.
Got it, thanks! So, you're saying I can't just do a factory reset without the USB method?