How to Restart Your Windows 10 PC in safe mode – Guide
Windows 10’s Safe Mode is a simplified version of the operating system, designed to help troubleshoot issues. It only uses essential files and drivers, with a low resolution display and no audio or printing capabilities. It also doesn’t run many programs in the background. In some cases, Windows 10 will start in Safe Mode automatically; otherwise it must be manually activated if you experience a blue screen error on startup.
Safe Mode is designed to be used only when your computer isn’t functioning properly or won’t start. It loads only the essential components, allowing you to identify the source of the issue - whether it’s a system problem or something else you’ve installed.
How to boot into safe mode on Windows 10
Using power icon
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Head to the lower left corner of your screen and click on the Windows icon.
Press and hold the Shift key, then click the Power icon and select Restart.
The computer will reboot and present a blue screen titled “Choose an Option.” To access Troubleshooting and Advanced Options, select the corresponding option.
Reboot your computer by selecting Startup Settings and clicking Restart.
To boot your computer in safe mode, press 4 or 5 depending on whether you need Internet access.
Using the Settings app
Press the Windows key and I together to open the Settings app.
Users can access the Recovery option in Windows 10 by navigating to Update and Security in the Settings menu.
Click the “Restart Now” option under Advanced Startup to reboot your device.
Your computer will restart at the Choose an Option screen. Select Troubleshooting and Advanced Options to proceed.
Choose the “Startup Settings” option and reboot your device.
Press 4 or 5 on your computer’s boot menu to start in safe mode, with or without internet access.
keeping the power button
Pressing the power button on your computer will initiate a call.
Press and hold the power button until the computer shuts off when you see a logo appear on the screen.
Twice more, turn off and restart your PC. As it starts up, you’ll see “Preparing auto repair” at the bottom of the screen. Allow your computer to go through this process – it should eventually boot to the Choose an Option screen.
Select Troubleshooting, Advanced Options and Startup Settings from the screen, then click Restart when prompted.
Press 4 or 5 to start the computer in Safe Mode, with or without Internet access.
Final note
If you’re having trouble with your Windows 10 PC, restarting it in safe mode may be the solution. If you have any questions about this guide, feel free to reach out for help. Don’t forget to share it with your friends!
