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How to Boot into Safe Mode on Windows 10 - Sneakyone - 09-04-2024
How to Boot into Safe Mode on Windows 10
Booting into Safe Mode in Windows 10 is a great way to troubleshoot issues that might prevent your system from running correctly. In Safe Mode, only the essential drivers and services are loaded, making it easier to diagnose and fix problems. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to boot into Safe Mode in Windows 10.
Method 1: Using the Settings Menu
1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard, or click the Start menu, then select Settings (the gear icon).
2. In the Settings window, select Update & Security.
3. On the left-hand menu, click Recovery.
4. Under the Advanced startup section, click Restart now. Your PC will restart into the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).
5. Once the Choose an option screen appears, select Troubleshoot.
6. From the Troubleshoot menu, select Advanced options.
7. Select Startup Settings, and then click Restart.
8. After your PC restarts, you will see a list of options. Press 4 or F4 to boot into Safe Mode. If you need network support in Safe Mode, press 5 or F5.
Your PC will now boot into Safe Mode!
Method 2: Using Shift + Restart from the Start Menu
1. Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard.
2. While holding Shift, click the Start menu, then click the Power button, and select Restart.
3. Continue holding Shift until the Choose an option screen appears.
4. From here, click Troubleshoot.
5. Then, click Advanced options.
6. Select Startup Settings, and then click Restart.
7. Once your PC restarts, you'll be presented with a list of options. Press 4 or F4 to boot into Safe Mode. To enable Safe Mode with Networking, press 5 or F5.
Method 3: Using System Configuration (msconfig)
1. Press Windows + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type msconfig and press Enter.
3. In the System Configuration window, click the Boot tab.
4. Under Boot options, check the box next to Safe boot.
5. Choose Minimal for regular Safe Mode or Network if you need internet access in Safe Mode.
6. Click OK, then click Restart to boot into Safe Mode.
7. After troubleshooting, repeat the steps, but this time uncheck Safe boot to boot back into normal Windows.
Method 4: Interrupt the Startup Process
If your system is not booting correctly, you can force it into Safe Mode by interrupting the startup process.
1. Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds to turn off your PC while it is booting.
2. Repeat this process two more times. After the third time, Windows will automatically enter Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).
3. On the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot.
4. From there, select Advanced options, then Startup Settings.
5. Click Restart, and after the restart, press 4 or F4 for Safe Mode. To access the internet in Safe Mode, press 5 or F5.
Exiting Safe Mode
To exit Safe Mode, simply restart your PC normally. If you used msconfig to enter Safe Mode, make sure to go back to the System Configuration window, uncheck Safe boot, and then restart your PC to return to normal mode.
That's it! You are now familiar with different ways to boot into Safe Mode on Windows 10. Safe Mode is an essential tool for diagnosing and resolving system issues without interference from third-party applications or drivers.