Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Learn how to reset Windows 11 to factory settings:

You can make your Windows 11 PC feels like brand new again by doing a reset to factory settings. When you do a system reset, you have the option to keep your files or to remove everything.

The "Keep my files" option saves your personal files, but removes the apps associated with them. Of course, the "Remove everything" option deletes everything.

Even if you were to choose to keep your files, it always good to do a back up ensure that your files are safe.