If your Lenovo laptop is experiencing issues or you simply want to clean up your operating system, factory resetting may be the solution you need. In this guide, we will walk you through two different ways to factory reset your Lenovo laptop.
Method 1: From Your Operating System
Assuming you can access your desktop, start by going to the search bar and typing in “reset.” Click on “reset” under system settings and then click on “advanced startup.” Hit “restart” and then select “troubleshoot” and “reset your PC.” You will then have the option to keep your files, which is a soft reset, or remove everything, which is a hard reset. If you choose the latter, be sure to back up your data first as it will delete everything on your computer.
Method 2: If Your Computer Is Not Loading
If you cannot access your desktop, you can try accessing the recovery options through the back end of your Lenovo laptop. This can be done by pressing the power button and immediately tapping on f9, f10, or f11 (depending on your specific laptop model). If your laptop is newer, this method may not work as newer laptops start up quickly and the function keys may not be responsive enough for you to access the recovery options.
If you are able to access the recovery options, click on “advanced options” and then select “troubleshoot” followed by “reset this PC.” Again, you will have the option to keep your files or remove everything.
If you are unable to access the recovery options using either of these methods, your only option may be to reinstall the operating system fresh. You can find a link to reinstall Windows 10 in the description below.
Final Thoughts
Factory resetting your Lenovo laptop can be an effective way to resolve issues or clean up your operating system. However, be sure to back up your data before doing a hard reset as it will delete everything on your computer. If you have any questions, be sure to check the frequently asked questions in the description below or leave a comment.