How to Reset Windows 10/11 and Make It Like New [Without Data Loss]

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Windows 10 is now the most popular and widely used operating system in the Windows family. However, some users complain that their computers have become slow or laggy when running Windows 10.

Windows 11 is a budding operating system with a growing number of global users. However, for certain reasons, some users might still want to reset their Windows 11 computers.

In this article, we will guide you through the process of resetting your Windows 10/11 computer, allowing you to refresh your device without losing any data or applications.

When to Reset Windows 10/11

While one group of people might be well aware of when and why they should reset their Windows computers, some Windows users might know about the operation but are unaware of the benefits of resetting Windows 10/11 on their PCs.

Here are some reasons why one might want to reset their operating system:

• Refresh your operating system to like-new condition
• Fix issues caused by third-party software, viruses, or malware
• Repair corrupted system files
• Eliminate system crash errors

In addition to these reasons, you might reset Windows 10 to clear out anything that's causing your PC to run slowly or become unresponsive, or to remove all your personal files and settings when you sell or give away your device.

Can I reset Windows 10 myself? Yes, you can.

What will I lose if I reset my PC in Windows 10/11?

Take a look at the image shown here to get an idea of what you'll lose when you perform a Windows Reset:

What will be lost after resetting your computer

This is an option prompted by Windows during the Windows 10/11 reset process, where you need to choose one of them to perform the Windows reset operation.

• Option 1. Keep my files – You'll lose your apps and settings, but not your files. • Option 2. Remove everything – You'll lose all your data, apps, and settings on the PC.

Is there a way to reset Windows 10 or 11 while keeping your data and apps? Absolutely! Follow this guide to do it yourself.

Windows 10/11 Complete Reset Guide: Restore to Factory Fresh State

In this section, we'll walk you through a two-part tutorial:

• Guide 1: Backup All Important Data and Apps
• Guide 2: Reset Windows 10/11 Yourself

Note: For the safest way to preserve your important files, favorite apps, and programs, start with Guide 1 and proceed in order. However, if you want to delete everything on your computer except for the operating system, you can start with Guide 2 instead.

Guide 1: Backing Up Important Data and Apps Before Resetting Windows 10/11

When your computer is running slowly or experiencing internal errors, you may need to reset it to get it back to working order. Be sure to back up your information beforehand.

If you want to back up only some valuable files, you can simply save them to a secure external storage device. Alternatively, you can use reliable backup software for Windows.

If you want to keep some valuable programs, even games, you can rely on a dependable PC transfer software – Todo PCTrans. This free tool lets you back up programs, settings, and data. Download it for free and give it a try.

It lets you create an image backup of all your important data and some basic programs to an external storage device or a non-system drive before resetting Windows 10/11.

Step 1. Connect the USB (flash) drive/external hard drive to the source computer.

Run Todo PCTrans and click "Backup & Restore" > "Start" on the main interface.

Transfer files via Backup and Restore - Step 1

Step 2: Tap on “Data Backup” and then tap on “Next.” Finally, tap on “Confirm” to proceed.

Transfer files via Backup and Restore - Step 2

Step 3: Select the specific data, apps, etc. that you want to back up under Applications, User Accounts, and Files.

Transfer files via Backup and Restore – Step 3

After that, you can continue with the next guide to learn how to reset your Windows 10/11 PC as a new device.

【Guide 2】How to Reset Windows 10/11 Yourself

In this section, we'll walk you through the steps to reset Windows 10 and Windows 11 separately. Choose the guide that suits you and perform the process on your computer:

Method 1: Reset Windows 10 for a Fresh Start

Step 1: Press the Windows + X keys to open the Windows menu, then click "Settings" to open the Windows Settings window.

Step 2: Click on "Update & security".

Step 3: Click on “Recovery” on the left side of the “Settings” app, and then click “Get started” under “Reset this PC.”

Step 4: Choose how you want to reset Windows 10:

Keep my files: Remove apps and settings, but keep personal files. Remove everything: Delete all personal files, apps, and settings.

To remove everything from your PC, select Remove everything.

Step 5: Choose how you want to reinstall Windows: Cloud download or local reinstallation.

If you have a downloaded Windows 10 ISO, choose “Local reimage”; otherwise, choose “Cloud download.”

Step 6: Click Next, and confirm that you want to continue even though Windows warns you that you won't be able to roll back to your previous version of Windows.

Step 7: Click on “Reset” to start resetting your Windows 10 computer.

Wait for the process to finish, then restart your computer and log back into Windows 10. You should now have a fresh copy of Windows 10 on your computer.

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Method 2: Reset Windows 11 Yourself

The process of resetting Windows 11 is similar to Windows 10, and you can follow the instructions in this article to perform a reset on your computer:

Step 1: Press the Windows + S keys, type Settings, and then click on it from the search results.

In the Settings window, click Update & security.

Step 3: Click “Reset,” then click “Get started” under “Reset this PC.”

Step 4: Choose an option to continue with resetting your PC:

• Keep my files
• Remove everything

Step 5: Choose how you want to reinstall Windows 11 — either with a cloud download or a local reinstallation.

To make this easier, most people will opt for “cloud downloading.”

Step 6: Confirm that you want to reset your computer, and click “Next.”

Step 7. Click “Reset” to have Windows restore your computer to its factory settings.

Wait patiently for Windows 11 to finish reinstalling.

Additional Tip: How to Restore Valuable Files and Important Apps on Windows 10/11

假设你按照 Guide 1 的方法为你的 Windows 10 或 Windows 11 数据和应用程序创建了备份，恭喜你。现在，你可以将它们恢复到电脑上，让你的应用程序无缝配合你的设备运行。

Todo PCTrans tool can back up and restore your data and apps to your computer, so everything works as expected on Windows 10/11.

Step 1. Insert the USB drive containing the backup file into the target computer.

Make sure Todo PCTrans is installed on the target computer, then launch “PCTransImage”. Double-click the backup file with the .PCT extension to start the recovery process. If not, install it by running “PCTrans_setup.exe” first.

Transfer files from PC to PC via Backup and Restore - Step 1

Step 2: Next, go to the Apps, Files, or Account tab, and choose the backed-up apps, files, or computer settings that you want to restore. Click Restore.

Transfer Files from the Image - Step 2

Step 3: Wait a moment, and then click “OK” to finish the restoration process.

Transfer files via image - Step 3

Resetting Windows 10/11 isn't complicated, just make sure to back up your data and apps first.

On this page, we discuss the benefits of resetting Windows 10 or Windows 11 and what you stand to lose by doing so. If you're concerned about losing important stuff, it's recommended that you back up your computer, including personal files and favorite apps.

With the data backup feature of PCTrans, you can reset your computer without losing applications, settings, or data. You can always count on it.

Resetting Windows 10 or Windows 11 isn't complicated, but before you begin, remember to back up your data and apps.