How to reinstall Windows 10 on a pc that already has Windows 10

[@TwinBytesInc]

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[@danijo2178]

Hello,I have a question and hope you will help me. If I reinstall my windows the way it is shown on the video is this will remove spy software?Because I took a second hand laptop and I am afraid that a spy software might be installed.

[@Armagedd0n]

I re-installed windows 10 with this tutorial. thank you so much!

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Glad to have helped.

[@johntyson9238]

Likely the best how-to video I have ever watched. Easy to follow with your oversized instructions. I learn more from KZbin than I do from manufacturers' sites. In case you read comments I have what appears to be a serious problem to which you may have a quick solution. My Windows 10 (DELL) will not shut down. I have to shut it down with a force shut-down. When I turn it on it tells me it is trying to install updates. The same result every time (over two months now) "cannot install updates, returning PC to its previous configuration" not exact quote. This takes about 12 minutes. As far as I can tell I have lost no functionality. I have tried all the options in the Security and Update menu and never get past the "start now." The machine immediately returns the note "cannot reset this PC." I am willing to go deep in to the reset process but am blocked at an early stage. I am not a techie but will try rebuilding the machine including all programs if I can just get it clean. Any tips? Again, great video.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your kind words. As for your issue, sounds like your Windows updates maybe corrupted or damaged. You can try deleting the C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution folder, however it requires stopping the update service which you can do from an elevated CMD prompt with "Net stop wuauserv" without the quotes. After deleting the folder, you can do "Net start wuauserv" to restart it and that recreates the folder. See how that goes.

[@CalisMan247]

Thank you, I did this not to give my pc away but to basically make it new again👍🏼

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome Sgt. 😀

[@antonioskokiantonis7051]

The music chosen to background the installation process is hilarious!

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yep, I thought I'd lighten things up a little with such a boring topic.

[@antonioskokiantonis7051]

@@TwinBytesInc, By the way, I've followed your instructions and made a successful reinstallation. Thank you very much, sir, for your quality content! Already subscribed...

[@TwinBytesInc]

Awesome! Thank you for subscribing and your kind words. Glad to help.

[@kometatbh]

This helped a lot thank you so much. Now my graphics card doesn’t run at 90 degrees Celsius.

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. I'm glad to have helped.

[@Locust5uc01]

how did windows affect ur gpu temp?

[@myro9361]

@@Locust5uc01 he prolly had a virus which was using his Glu to crypto mine

[@myro9361]

*gpu

[@andrewj.682]

@@myro9361 🤓🤓🤓

[@cessna2066]

Daniel, do I have to disconnect my other hard drives before doing this? Dans quelle ville du Québec, demeure-tu? Bon travail.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hello, thank you. I don't live in or near Quebec. :) Anyway, no you don't have to disconnect other drives but I find it a safe practice if easy enough to do.

[@mikeseals4500]

Thanks so much....just saved me a trip to the computer shop...windows update was corrupted and this new reinstall fixed it...❤❤...TY.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Excellent! I'm glad to hear this was helpful. You're welcome.

[@mikeseals4500]

It only took 1 hr and 15 minutes....and all docs and photos were saved...I did Uninstall a total of 8 other apps before I did the reset which saved time...and then reinstalled again when a new fresh windows 10 appeared...ty once again 👍🎯🎯🎯

[@TwinBytesInc]

@@mikeseals4500 Awesome! You're welcome

[@bittertruth6175]

Very relevant and methodical presentation. Thank you.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you so much! And you're welcome.

[@franciscoafonso6888]

Great presentation Daniel, that helped me a lot in understanding how to reinstall Windows on my laptop, thank you.

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome! Thanks for the compliments.

[@AdmiralDro]

Hi what is the difference between reinstalling windows 10 through “Reset this PC” option in the settings and reinstalling by booting from a USB and installing that way? Is one way better or healthier than the other? Thanks

[@TwinBytesInc]

Good question maybe worth making a video about. using a bootable disk can be better knowing it's not compromised or infected. Depending on your reason for resetting the PC to begin with. if virus infected, or hacked, I'd use a bootable disk. I wouldn't trust the built in tool.

[@AdmiralDro]

@@TwinBytesInc thank you for the reply!

[@blazeticsboy]

Thanks.. I was trying to reset from 1st method it gives error but 2nd helped me to reset it

[@TwinBytesInc]

Excellent! You're welcome.

[@Jake1994.OfficialYT]

This helps me a lot, thank you sir 👏😁 continue the work well

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@towe807]

Thank you , Daniel. It was a clear tutorial. 👏👍

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Thank you for the kind words.

[@GuillermoSuarezFerrao]

Thank you for the video Daniel!! Its very helpful. I have a technical question, do I have to reinstall the drivers (like for the graphic card) after doing all the steps? I dont know if drivers are also deleted. Thank you!

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you. if you are reinstalling without formatting the drive, it usually will remember drivers to reinstall. But there is a chance you may have to go to the manufacturer site to get the proper drivers.

[@themonkeymanofStockbridge]

Thank you for your advice! Great video! Even I got it : )

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome!

[@irvingac9660]

thank you daniel for your tutorial!

[@TwinBytesInc]

My pleasure!

[@shahidkamal8318]

Tahnkyou for the fulll detailed demo e

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Thanks so much for taking time to comment.

[@mup_pet]

I like the cut of your jib. Thanks man. 😀

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you

[@cloudtech273]

Do we need to save the license key or serial number before we perform these steps ?

[@TwinBytesInc]

No, you don't. it's built into the system.

[@mptok7497]

my new fav yt

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you!

[@sa7er148]

Do we need to activate windows after doing this

[@TwinBytesInc]

No. I made a video about activation here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYjCkoBoZbV6htU

[@Lachausis]

Can you do this with the windows 10 version you already have installed on your machine? Without needing an iso image of a new windows installation ect? Sorry for this silly question

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, this is exactly what this video is for.

[@verygood8116]

Great tutorial thanks! Will this work with replacing/upgrading a motherboard?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for the compliments and you're welcome. Yes, it will work as long as you can still boot into Windows after the motherboard is replaced. This is what this video is for. otherwise you need to see my other video that shows how to install from a bootable disk.

[@gazoomartian]

You are second to none. Very good instructor. I will be applying your instructions to replace my W10 in the same place. Thank you very much. Btw, the Search on the task bar is locked, cannot type. Have any VDO that would solve this issue?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you. I don't believe I have a video on that but if it's what I'm thinking, there is a solution to run the CTFMON.exe in C:\Windows\System32\ctfmon.exe Add it to autostart to run at startup so you don't have to run it each time.

[@kenanshiva4047]

what if i only want to reset the partition ,,C'' and keep every other HDDS? does it keep them?

[@TwinBytesInc]

By default, it only wipes C drive and the hidden system partitions you don't see. But never trust that, always backup.

[@qualion]

I have dualboot Windows/Ubuntu. Will my Ubuntu be changed/reset if i reinstall Windows? Ty

[@TwinBytesInc]

it's been a while since I played with dual boot, but they should be on two separate partitions so reinstalling one shouldn't affect the other. But if the boot partition gets reset, that might remove the dual boot info and it won't know how to boot to Ubuntu again.

[@kulchexedits1076]

Hii Dan, found your video really helpful.. am going to try this on my laptop whose OS crashed due to an app crash. Can I use this way or is there any other? Please see if you can help me in this!!

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you for your kind words. Sounds like if the OS crashed you will may need to reinstall but if this method doesn't work you'll need a bootable USB or DVD which I also have a video on you can easily search on my channel

[@FAZAH_OFFICIAL]

Thanks Sir that was so helpful ❤️

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Glad it helped.

[@markchung2597]

thanks for your clear instruction! would it help to resolve DPC Watchdog Violation error I'm getting?

[@TwinBytesInc]

It might help if the problem is in the operating system but that's a drastic fix. If the issue is the hard drive it won't help. I would recommend testing your hard drive health first, and run SFC /SCANNOW as a PowerShell Administrator.

[@vedikagirl997]

Super helpful video! I do have one question though. I'm a student and I've been using a pirated version of Photoshop and illustrator for my assignments. Very recently my company where I'm interning required me to work on a licensed adobe xd file which left me no choice but to download the Adobe creative cloud. Unfortunately it wiped out all my pirated adobe softwares. I wish to reinstall my old photoshop and illustrator softwares for my college work, but I'm unable to do so even after uninstalling creative cloud. I've now received a separate work pc for my office work so I'm free to reset my personal pc for the sake of reinstalling my old softwares. What's the best options do you recommend in such a case? Do I choose the 'remove all the data' option for 'keep my files' will do the job? Would really appreciate your response on this as I'm unable to do any college work without these softwares.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your question and sorry to hear you went through this disaster. I don't recommend pirating because it can contain viruses and otherwise open your computer to being hacked. With that said, you could trying doing a system restore back in time before this happened. Hopefully you have a restore point before all this happened and it will remove the new stuff you installed and reinstall the old pirated software you had.

[@vedikagirl997]

Thanks for the reply Daniel. I agree with your suggestion of not using the pirated version however, being a student I can't afford the expensive Adobe softwares. Regarding system restore, I do have the Adobe setup with me in a separate pendrive. The only problem is the Adobe creative cloud has already tracked all the unlicensed softwares in my system and have eliminated them. Hence installing the setup from my pendrive is pointless without completely erasing the old data as the creative cloud would never allow me to use the unlicensed versions. I'm already aware that my laptop will need reset without which I won't be able to use the softwares again. Just figuring out the best way to do that without causing harm to my system.

[@TwinBytesInc]

System restore is different from reset. Restore only removes all traces of Adobe licensing in this case. It won't affect all your programs or any data. if you do a reset it will wipe everything and all programs need to be reinstalled. if you choose to not keep data, that has to be backed up too. This video I made for Windows 10 but works same for almost all Windows OS kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYHZqpivg8uDgKc

[@bobursuyunov00]

It's amazing, thanks man

[@TwinBytesInc]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for taking time to write me.

[@milatrajcevska7466]

Oh my god thank you so much this helped me a lot😁

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're so welcome. Thank you for your kind words.

[@milatrajcevska7466]

@@TwinBytesInc 😁💖🙏

[@petrstasek8386]

Hello. If I have two harddrives, one SSD for system files and other one is for personal files. Will the reset wipe both of them or only system disc? Thank you for answer.

[@TwinBytesInc]

When you reinstall it should only wipe the main drive, not the secondary, but I would take a backup or temporarily disconnect the second drive just incase.

[@frankmartel3428]

Merci beaucoup mon gars ❤❤❤

[@TwinBytesInc]

de rien

[@akkizz786]

Hello daniel if i will completely follow this video and clear everything then only C drive data will be cleared not the D drive one. please confirm this one thing.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, but you need to be careful because there is an option to wipe all drives and you need to be sure you don't choose that. Otherwise, you're fine.

[@Millennialgamer-c9d]

is this processs similar to installing windows from a bootable usb? i mean to ask is it like a fresh install same as if we do it from bootable usb?

[@TwinBytesInc]

It's identical except for how you begin the procedure.

[@bogdanitzu_2408]

Thank you so much for tutorial!

[@TwinBytesInc]

You are so welcome!

[@Zavianas]

Thank you for help! Peace ☮️

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome

[@HemantGond]

Does this help clean the malwares/virus that I suspect on my pc OR new windows via bootable drive is recommended?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, I would say 99.9% guaranteed. Depending on the type of hack or infection. if it was an intelligent enough infection to get into the portion of the files where it will reinstall itself along with Windows, but I've not heard of this yet. Although with technology, anything is possible and someone is always going to be the first. If you suspect an advanced threat, then I recommend a disk. Trust you gut on this one.

[@airsplash3436]

@Daniel Gauthier - TwinBytes Inc How do you change the storage location fro windows 10 ?

[@TwinBytesInc]

This is not an easy answer. You'd have to basically reinstall Windows on another larger drive, or clone it to another drive which moves everything including programs and data. At that rate, you could just buy a bigger drive to clone it to. Aside from moving Windows, there a bunch of programs you can move and default storage locations I have videos on how to do.

[@airsplash3436]

@@TwinBytesInc thank you i found it

[@TwinBytesInc]

Glad you found what you're looking for.

[@million9964]

What is the differece between reinstalling windows, like you did in the video, and resetting the pc? I have reset my pc before and it looks the same as reinstalling windows.

[@TwinBytesInc]

They are basically the same thing. resetting the PC involves reinstalling Windows preserving data, or wiping the data. If you have to use a disk, it can be called resettling or reinstalling depending on how you do it, but it basically is the same thing.

[@caffeineismydrug_]

@@TwinBytesInc Hi. I'm running a non-genuine copy of windows 10. Would this method still work?

[@sinaba5090]

Deserve more likes

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you

[@renetruden7156]

Do I lose Microsoft (Office) programs like the MS Word, MS Excel upon reseting the PC regardless of the option I choose? If so, is there a way I can reinstall or factory reset my Windows PC without losing the MS Word program?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Unfortunately it has to remove all programs regardless of what option you choose. Factory reset means whatever programs were installed from the factory are included, which will be trial versions of possibly a different version of the software you currently have, if any software at all. I would say, don't count on any software being saved.

[@renetruden7156]

Thank you for the answer!

[@TwinBytesInc]

@@renetruden7156 You're welcome

[@EmmaDee]

Truthfully, I had a blank computer last year that I had wiped out and then I loaded a $219.99 copy of good ole Windows 10. My problem is that I set it up ALL wrong. I want to be the administrator, CEO, Head Hauncho, etc. but I don’t know how properly. Currently I can’t tell if I’m the administrator, user or what and I want it done correctly this time. There was also some more stuff that I didn’t like the way I had set up so that’s why I’m sort of wanting to wipe it all out to get a fresh start PLUS, something is using huge amounts of my storage!!!!

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your comment. I do have a video on how to find what is taking up all your storage space. As for finding if you are admin, it's not to hard but don't have a video on that yet. Good idea. If you can go to control panel, search for users and access that. That alone means you are admin to access that area. What for my upcoming videos and I'll do a shout out for you on this request.

[@JJmusicGaming]

If i restart it will it remove all my files and programs?? After i upgrade my PROCESSOR, MOTHERBOARD and GRAPHIC CARD. Into higher version. My PC keeps on crashing. Even though its all new.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Depending what option you choose, it will give you the choice to keep your files, but always deletes programs. If you upgraded all those components, it's like a new computer and Windows might give you a hard time about activation but crashing can be a number of issues that needs more troubleshooting. Even though new parts, doesn't mean it is not potentially faulty. Sorry can't help here, in this case.

[@nicosrivera3327]

Hello goo day sir! Does reinstalling windows 10 helps boost yhe performance of my laptop?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hello. Yes, it certainly can, depending on the issues of the performance. if you don't have enough memory or the hard drive is dying, then reinstalling Windows will not help. If it is just alot of garbage overtime, it can help but it is a very drastic solution. Easier than troubleshooting though.

[@nicosrivera3327]

my memory is not even half yet but it's still lagging. 😭 Can I proceed to reinstalling then?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Sounds like a good idea.

[@2x_Lee]

Whenever I finish windows installation media and try to install, I get hit with a "No drivers could be found" So I can't get unbanned from the games I wanna be because I can't get past the first step, I've tried everything and nothing works, I've even tried downloading drivers from it and once it installs in it it just doesnt show up, is my pc broken?

[@TwinBytesInc]

I'm not sure I know what you mean. Is it not able to find the hard drive to install Windows on and asking for the driver for the hard drive? Some disks require downloading a drive from another computer.

[@JeffJoyceTheGreat]

Hi! I have a desktop computer that has started giving me the blue screen of death. However, it does not complete the 'collecting of some error info' and provides me with the following Stop code: WHEA UNCORRECTABLE ERROR. How do I reinstall Windows 10 on it without buying a new Windows-10-Key? Thanks!

[@TwinBytesInc]

You don't need to buy a new key or license. the hardware remembers the Windows. Just use any DVD or bootable USB stick to reinstall Windows. Just make sure you use the same Windows, like if it's Home, don't use Pro or it won't activate.

[@wehappyfew2004]

I'm formatting my pc because of a virus infection but I'm greatful for ur video it helped me out thanks

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Glad it was helpful.

[@danamaierean]

Will reinstalling the Windows help with the crashing problems I have with a game I had been playing for a year and a half? Recently it started crashing more and more often, while during the last few days I had been kept into an infinite loading screen + "losing the connection to the server" But my internet is completely fine and I can't play at all since it wouldn't even let me in.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Most likely yes it will help. But if the issue is the hard drive it self, it won't help because the drive might need replacing. You'd need to test the hard drive health first to see if that is the issue.

[@danamaierean]

@@TwinBytesInc indeed. It seems my hard drive is not working properly anymore, so most likely I will get myself a SSD for my laptop instead. Thank you

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome.

[@фджак]

@@danamaierean hey thats happening to me last few days how did you solve crashings

[@acepedero]

Hello sir, i just want to ask u, when i reinstall windows with this method (erase all data) are my drivers deleted to and i have to install them once again or they are just installed like they were before? Please answer tnx. 😁

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your question. Drivers will be deleted too and then installed from Microsofts database that it knows of. Any drivers missing you can go to the manufacturers website and download the specific drivers from there.

[@geoffjoffy]

I bought a refurbished Windows 10 pc but there seems to be a lot of bugs on the OS, and malware. So I am going to do as you said. There's nothing on it worth saving anyway. Cheers.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Excellent! Smart idea. Anytime you buy a computer, I recommend wiping and doing a fresh install. Even brand new from the factory they install so much bloatware!

[@geoffjoffy]

@@TwinBytesInc Cheers

[@Sliqaros]

After confirm to reset my pc my monitor is black and my pc is open is it resetting ?

[@TwinBytesInc]

You should see something on the screen that walks you through it. If just a black screen there is something else going on. Did this resolve itself or what is happening?

[@ignaziomeloni2110]

very good detailed instructions....yet you did not say you must be Internet connect to do so...if any problems of Windows with 'Connection' ....impossible to do all of your steps.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you. This rule has changed a little over time. When Internet is connected, it forces you to use an online account. I setup computers purposely with Internet disconnected so it can then setup as a local account. Now in Windows 11 they force you to have Internet, but the very latest version allows you to choose a local account even with Internet connected. Little work arounds :)

[@ginevere03]

hi! how long did it take to reset windows like complete wipe deletting all files and programs?? 1or2hrs??

[@TwinBytesInc]

I don't recall exactly if I didn't specify in the video, but it really depends on the speed of your computer. Generally I find it can take about 1 hour.

[@dukecruz7967]

My laptop says it was recently upgraded to windows 10, if you reset this pc , you won't able to undo the upgrade and go back to the previous version of windows, should i still continue?

[@TwinBytesInc]

That means you won't be able to go back to Windows 7 or 8. If you've been using Windows 10 for a while and no intention to go back to Windows 7 or 8, then yes. Continue.

[@SidWagh-j4q]

does RESET MY PC option format rest of drives other than windows drive??

[@TwinBytesInc]

no, it shoudl only reset the Windows partition but I never trust these things 100% I try backing up first, unplug the 2nd drive if a physical 2nd drive.

[@SoftwareSavesMe]

Thanks!

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome, and thank you so much for the Super Thanks!

[@AnoNova30]

So I currently am upgrading from a b450 motherboard to a b550 motherboard and was wondering if this would be an idle way to reinstall windows in hopes to not see any performance trouble after upgrading.

[@TwinBytesInc]

You may have some driver issues not to mention RAM and CPU compatibility by changing the motherboard. If you are looking for a performance boost, replacing the motherboard is not ideal at all. Reinstalling Windows, yes. But maybe adding more RAM and upgrading to a faster SSD drive. Maybe even upgrade CPU if possible. if the motherboard is that old that it can't handle the fastest RAM and CPU you want, then you are basically looking at a whole new computer.

[@tinyestimplays4293]

I did find it useful thanks, my PC is just about to reset, so cya

[@TwinBytesInc]

Glad it helped, sounds like you were doing it while watching. 🙂

[@tinyestimplays4293]

@@TwinBytesInc Lol, Yep, I had checked this video out a while ago to help a friend, then decide to do it to my own computer. And the "cya" was so apt that I didn't have 2 seconds after pressing the submit button on the message before my computer restarted :D

[@TwinBytesInc]

Awesome!

[@dwberg09]

after clean wipe (after the music) is that when you plug the usb to install windows?

[@TwinBytesInc]

If you are installing using the built in utility, you don't need a USB. But if you are doing the clean install without relying on the built in, you should have the USB inserted from the beginning. You might want to see this other video on doing a fresh install kzbin.info/www/bejne/aquwcqKEjpd1bJY

[@dwberg09]

@@TwinBytesInc thank you for the quick response!

[@TwinBytesInc]

@@dwberg09 You're welcome

[@Very_Grumpy_Cat]

There is a lot of files I do not know where they are and come from about 280 GB. I have checked and is is not my games, I have only two installed about 128 GB. Will a restoration help clear op spaslce on my drive? When i check the app in setting, no one is taking op more than 1 GB of storage. I have a 500 GB SSD and I do not have it can fill op so quick?! Thank you for the VERY clear how to video!

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your comments and glad you found my video helpful. You might find your old files in C:\Windows_old which I think is the exact spelling when it backs up a copy of your Windows profile. in there you should find Users folder with your old username and all your documents and files.

[@Very_Grumpy_Cat]

If anyone is wondering, I did restat my computer like in the video and it seems like it has cleared op a lot of space now and I can now download all my games

[@TwinBytesInc]

This is awesome! Thanks so much for taking time to write an update!

[@BandaTalks]

I accidentally pressed space bar and it canceled everything

[@TwinBytesInc]

What do you mean it cancelled everything? It cancelled the process and when back to the way it was?

[@BandaTalks]

@@TwinBytesInc yes not everything my bad, it canceled the process and went back to normal then I had to do it again

[@TwinBytesInc]

@@BandaTalks OK that's alright.

[@rahimds2000]

Does it clean the other partitions like d

[@TwinBytesInc]

if I recall correctly, it will prompt you for the option if it recognizes a second partition. normally I believe it ignores the second partition. Always good to take a backup just incase which you should be doing regularly anyway.

[@rahimds2000]

@@TwinBytesInc Thank you for the reply sir, I have already done that and nothing has been deleted from the other disks, by the way, an option has appeared telling me if I want to delete the other partitions and I have chosen No

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome. Glad it worked out.

[@pamelapercell]

Your video helped A Lot , but for some reason I am stuck in a loop and it won't finish resetting . How can I fix this ? It keeps asking me my home region and preferred language and keeps looping at this point ( no going forward or backwards ) , I'm just stuck .

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks but I understand you are stuck. is it because you have no mouse to navigate? Or buttons grayed out? I can't troubleshoot here but those are a couple things to help determine next step. Maybe you need to plug in an external mouse or boot from a USB? You can check Microsoft discussion forum where someone posted the same question here: answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/stuck-on-lets-start-with-region-is-this-right/095899fe-bf04-4034-a1e4-609a46a710af

[@edismusanovic3081]

Can you help me please, I have windows home or something and I want to download pro. I have it on my usb, how to do it. Do I just stick usb when turning on windows or what. Does this windows automatically deletes or what? I see that you are answering comments so I would be thankhfull if you helped me. Thank you!

[@TwinBytesInc]

That's a great idea for a video. You need a license and it's easy to do from within Windows. no need for USB or DVDs. Just inside Windows in the System settings. It shows you have Pro and there should be a button to upgrade to Pro. it will take you to the store app to purchase, download and upgrade. it runs just like a Windows update. later I can make a video on it.

[@Everest.Interiors]

Does cleaning apps delete all ur installed programes too.?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, it deletes them all

[@pepper2570]

So how do we get our user account back, (assuming your keeping your data)? Will it just ask us for the login information? Also, will my pc run better

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your question. It will remember your user account. You have the option of keeping your data or not when you start the process. Your PC is guaranteed to work better unless the is an underlying hardware problem.

[@pepper2570]

@@TwinBytesInc thank you so much, you deserve a lot more subs, i appreciate your response

[@TwinBytesInc]

@@pepper2570 Thanks so much for your kind words

[@musaandfamily11]

Will reinstalling my windows help fix my resolution because I recently removed my graphics card and the resolution is higher and there is no recommended option In settings

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, I believe this will help but it's overkill. You can probably just uninstall any video driver software and delete video display drivers from device manager.

[@michaelevans8011]

Hello Dan I am trying your reset method to give this computer to a friend . Everything worked fine but now it is stuck on " getting things ready " how long should i wait before rebooting? It gets to a point where it goes to a black screen I guess that is its time limit , but that way I have to sit here a very long time before it is done . should I just wait . I heard of some very very long wait times

[@TwinBytesInc]

it shouldn't take more than a few minutes but if taking more than 30 minutes, it's definitely a problem and most likely the hard drive is bad.

[@michaelevans8011]

@@TwinBytesInc Thanks for the reply dan . it did take about 45 min. but all is well now

[@mr_joksi]

This is very good but im just asking if I chose to download windows from cloud how does that work because I want to install windows 10 that ain't broken like mine I have windows task bar from windows 7 for some reason and I cant activate windows...

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thank you for writing. I'm not sure what exactly you mean, but downloading windows to reinstall is the same as using local, except downloading get a fresh copy of the latest version. it doesn't effect activation at all and the start menu wouldn't look different unless they made changes in that newer release.

[@mr_joksi]

@@TwinBytesInc okay thank you!!!

[@Art-ms1ww]

hey daniel im trying reset my pc but when i pick the download from cloud it says (there was a Problem?) i don't understand why its not letting pick this option i done it a few times before. would you know or have a video on how to delete windows 10 that's already installed on my desktop? and reinstall a fresh version of windows 10 a different way? please if you could help me out, thank you daniel.

[@TwinBytesInc]

Thanks for your question. You'll want to watch this other video that shows you how to do a fresh install. Hope that answers your question. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aquwcqKEjpd1bJY The built in installer can become corrupt sometimes and so you have to do a fresh install in those cases or a repair install using a disk.

[@stephenherring]

If I choose to download from the cloud will the program download windows 10 or windows 11.? My computer is not capable of running windows 11.

[@TwinBytesInc]

It will download the version you are currently running

[@jaybinz3801]

after doing that, is the windows key still activated without puting key?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, the hardware remembers the license key. So you are correct, you don't have to re-enter it.

[@justinehoperamos6390]

thank you

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome

[@tadas6675]

Do i need to download any drivers or something after the reinstall?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Great question Tadas. Drivers are remembered during this process but programs would need to be reinstalled and your personalization settings will be lost.

[@cassandrawilliams8104]

Hi, i just did this today to try to stop my laptop from the "your pc ran into a problem:(" blue screen. I really thought this would fix it but it still isn't working. Are there any more options for me to try on my own?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hello and thanks for your question. Sounds like there maybe a hardware problem if reinstalling Windows still didn't work. Unless a conflict with some 3rd party software you had installed. I would test the hard drive health and memory. I have videos on how to do that as well in my Computer Repair playlist.

[@abirjha1503]

Hi I have a laptop which doesn't even open file explorer and many more apps . lags a lot and everytime i open it, it says preparing windows takes a lot to open and if l download a file or anything then shutdown my pc then the file will be gone. So will this help ?

[@TwinBytesInc]

hi, this could help. But if an issue with the hard drive, it could repeat itself again. You could also try the repair tool at Tweaking.com which does wonders.

[@azhar8598]

Does the advanced option format or erase all the disks of the pc.. or just the disk where windows is installed? Like eh only drive C gets erased??? Pls help me out

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, just the drive where windows is installed. But you should always have a backup just incase because I've seen crazy things happen that don't make sense during my experience.

[@azhar8598]

@@TwinBytesInc noted.. Thank you for guiding

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome

[@ionelcristianpuiu9866]

ty

[@TwinBytesInc]

you're welcome

[@muhammadusama7051]

Daniel my Windows security doesnot work and showing error that we can't turn it. I do all tricks to fix that issue but it doesn't work for me. I thibk i got an virus that doesnot allow to turn on my security centre. Do i need to reset my laptop and remove everything does it fix my issue?? Kindly reply fast..

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hi Muhammad. If you tried several Malware removal tools, etc and it's not working, that might not be a virus anymore, but just a damaged system that could be the result of a virus or the result of some failed update or dying hard drive. Who knows. Reinstalling Windows will fix it but that is an extreme fix. It's cheaper to do that than pay someone to troubleshoot. Maybe try Tweaking.com repair tool which is also free.

[@YuiKawaii]

Is it the same process in windows 10 pro?

[@TwinBytesInc]

yes it is.

[@Trade_with_xshbal]

Thanks

[@TwinBytesInc]

No problem

[@bethspahr9582]

Thank you for this tutorial. Can you tell me if a clean install will require reinstall of motherboard drivers, printer drivers etc?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Normally yes. It may come automatically through updates or you go to manufacturers website and download the correct drivers.

[@hamzaqayyum6663]

Hy... I have problem with wireless devices like Bluetooth and wifi. It says that device is not connected and giving error code 45. I have tried many methods but these doesn't work for me. Does reinstalling windows will solve my problem or not?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Depending if there are issues with more than one device on your computer, then the issue could be in the Windows software or the hardware. Reinstalling Windows will fix the software side, but if it's a hardware issue, you will still have issues. Maybe a driver problem to look at first.

[@emzmaxwell8185]

Hi , if i reinstall my windows with this method. Will i also need to reinstall all of my hardware drivers?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hi Emz. Yes, it will reinstall drivers using Windows built in defaults as of the latest version of Windows you are on.

[@ThisOLmaan]

wanted to give a pc to my nephew but has all my stuff would I have to signouty? i had to PC sitting apart and just rebuilt it and for got how to do all this? LoL was trying to erase the NvMe drive to just do a full reinstallation but this Gigabyte AX370 Gaming don't have the option in the Bios to Erase Drives least I didn't see any? so I guess I can just go about it this was, but I will create a account for him I'm online you say the could download take longer? i am really not worried I just want to erase all to add staem thas the only thing he will use it for Gaming TY

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hello, reinstalling Windows will work as long as you choose the option to wipe the data as described in this video. No need to go into the BIOS.

[@gauravkaushik9469]

Hey denial, is it helpful to clean ransomware

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hi, Yes it will remove the ransomware infection but it won't repair the damage it did to your files encrypting them all. You need to restore your files from a backup after.

[@17zz]

Is this save to do with and SSD?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, it doesn't matter if SSD or HDD. Thanks for your question.

[@VAIBHAVVASUDEV]

I want to reinstall but because of some virus I can't click reset this pc option

[@TwinBytesInc]

You may have to use a DVD or bootable USB

[@bobbymiller5297]

can i do this to use my ssd in my new pc im building? since windows is alreadyt on that drive

[@TwinBytesInc]

Yes, it should try to find all the drivers again for the new computer during install.

[@TewaAya]

Does this work with tiny10? I only have 1/2 tb ssd that got it's whole os wiped for unknown reasons.

[@TwinBytesInc]

This works for any computer with Windows 10 on it.

[@MrTidjon]

hello, greetings from Portugal will this method work if my windows (10 pro) doesn't update any more (2 or 3 months ago got stuck on one update, and now it keeps going back to that update, goes all the way and in the end says it wasn't possible to do the update, and goes back to former "position")? Now I'm getting a lot of problems like crashing for no reason, not coming back from suspended mode (stays grey monitor, but pc is running) and so forth... Thanks in advance for your help Cheers

[@TwinBytesInc]

Hello and thanks for writing. This will work as long as it's not a hard drive problem. But this is not necessary to do if your only issue with Windows updates. Run the Windows update troubleshooting tool or try Tweaking.com tool.

[@MrTidjon]

@@TwinBytesInc already did the troubleshooting, didn't work 🤷🏻‍♂️😢 but thanks for answering! 👌🏻

[@jaybinz3801]

Hello if i reinstall it can i transfer the windows file from hhd to ssd?? Is putting product keys required after installing? (BECAUSE I FORGOT MINE)

[@TwinBytesInc]

These sound like a couple different questions. No you don't need to re-enter the product key, it remembers it. Yes you can transfer from HHD to SSD but this is a totally different and unrelated procedure which I have another video on cloning drives.

[@jaybinz3801]

@@TwinBytesInc thank you sir.. godbless i will search your other vid about cloning..

[@TwinBytesInc]

You're welcome.

[@tommygun6866]

If I try to reset my PC, and want to keep my files, what happens to my Program Files (x86) and Program Data? Will I keep them or will they be deleted?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Those files would be deleted. So if you have Google Chrome profile to backup or Game data for example, it might be a good idea to backup certain folders in Program Data folder and in your %userprofile%\AppData\Local

[@markcjakims]

Not sure I trust my Windows to reinstall it from pc, is cloud automatic in a save file of Windows 10 ?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Not sure what you mean. The cloud option only downloads the latest version to reinstall instead of the version you have if it is not already current. The other options are still available to you either way about saving your files.

[@r1skybwoi]

I am not able to reset due to some Windows Recovery Media error , Please tell Me how to fix it.

[@TwinBytesInc]

This means the built in recovery media is probably damaged to the point it can't reinstall. You'll have to create a bootable USB or DVD and use that to reset with. I have a video on that here kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmjOqJd8oM6qerc

[@davidpavlovic5246]

do i need to set up sound drivers and other drivers after?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Drivers are built in and normally reinstall themselves.

[@RBonilla-k7m]

What should we do if the reset process is stuck in the "just a moment" screen?

[@TwinBytesInc]

Sounds like there's corruption in the part of the hard drive where the installation media is. The drive maybe bad or you may just need to do a little scan like SFC /scannow on the drive if you can somehow get to a command prompt.