How to Manage System Restore Points Using CCleaner (Windows)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download CCleaner from Piriform’s website.

   You can download the free version or get the paid version.
   
   The free version is not a trial so you can use it as long as you like.
   
   Once the CCleaner has downloaded on to your computer, install it so that it will open when you click on the icon.
   
   To get to Piriform’s website, type www.piriform.com into your search bar of choice.
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   Step 2: Open the program.

   You can do this by double clicking on the CCleaner icon on your desktop.
   
   When you have the program open, click on the “Tools” button, which is located in the menu on the left side of the window. , This button is listed as one of the options under the Tools selection.
   
   This will display all the system restore point files on your computer.
   
   There are two details displayed on this window:
   Date and Time:
   This is the exact date the system restore point was made and the date the computer will revert back to if restored from this point.
   
   Description:
   Specifies the action that created the system restore point. , Once you have selected a file, click the “Remove” button on the bottom part of the window.
   
   You will be prompted to confirm that you wish to delete this file--if you are sure you wan to delete it, click 'Ok'.
   
   This will delete the file from your computer.
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   Step 3: Click on “System Restore”.

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   Step 4: Select a system restore point file.

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