How to Restore Windows

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Swipe in from the right side of the screen.

   If you're using a mouse, move the cursor to the upper-right corner. ,,,,, There are several "Get started" buttons on this screen.
   
   Click the one in the "Refresh your PC without affecting your files" section. , You personal files will be saved.
   
   Apps installed from the Windows Store will be reinstalled.
   
   Apps downloaded or installed from disk will not be reinstalled.,, Depending on how Windows 8 was installed on your computer, you may be prompted to insert the installation disk.
   
   If you don't have an installation disk, you can create a recovery disk that will work as well. , Your computer will reboot and begin refreshing. , This may take several minutes.,, Your Windows Store apps will be reinstalled and your files will be where you left them.
   
   Any programs you installed from disk or downloaded from the internet will need to be reinstalled.
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   Step 2: Click or tap Settings.

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   Step 3: Click or tap Change PC settings.

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   Step 4: Click or tap Update and recovery.

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   Step 5: Click or tap Recovery.

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   Step 6: Click or tap Get started for "Refresh."

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   Step 7: Review what will be saved and removed.

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   Step 8: Click or tap Next.

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   Step 9: Insert your Windows 8 installation disk if prompted.

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    Step 10: Click or tap Refresh.

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    Step 11: Wait for your computer to refresh.

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    Step 12: Sign in with your user account.

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    Step 13: Wait while Windows finishes setting up.

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