Windows 10 isn’t completely immune to crashes, computer viruses, hardware failure, and other problems. Therefore, if you have any problems when working or loading the OS, you can use the built-in tools or data recovery services to return the operating system to a healthy state.

There are several ways to restore Windows 10.

If the computer boots up:

  • Using a restore point.
  • Factory reset.
  • File history.

If the computer doesn’t boot:

  • Using a recovery drive.
  • Using the installation disc.

Now let’s find out the various windows data recovery options in detail.

Easy Steps to Perform a Windows Data Recovery

Using a System Restore Point

Windows stores information about programs, system settings, drivers, and other restore points. This occurs before significant changes to the OS, such as installing programs, drivers, or updating the system. You can also create a restore point manually. It’s worth noting that after the restore, your data will remain intact, and the drivers, programs and updates installed after the restore point was created will be deleted.

  • Launch the system properties window and open the ” System Protection ” item.
  • Tap on the ” Restore ” button and click on the “Next” button. 
  • Recheck your selections, click “Finish” and then “Yes” in the warning window. The recovery process begins and the computer restarts.

Factory Reset

In Windows 10, it’s possible to reset the system settings to their original state. For this, you can perform a reset or save user files. The benefit of this method is that if you want to reinstall the system. You don’t need to install Windows from scratch to perform the reset action.

To use this function, you need to go to the following section: “Computer settings>Update and security>Recovery>Reset the computer ” and click the “Start” button.

File History

This method isn’t directly related to system recovery, but in conjunction with other methods can also be useful. File History allows you to make automatic and manual backups of your files. You just need to activate this function and specify which folders you want to save. The system will automatically backup your documents that you can customize. This will restore files of the version you need. 

Using a Recovery Disc

If Windows 10 won’t boot, you can try to reanimate your system using a recovery disc, which will allow you to access additional startup options. However, if you don’t have a recovery disc yet, follow these instructions:

  • You need to connect a USB drive or external hard drive to your computer.
  • Then click the “Start” button and type the phrase “recovery disk” on the keyboard. As a result, a component with the name “Create a recovery disc” will be found, which you’ll need to run.
  • After booting from the USB recovery drive, go to Diagnostics>Advanced Options.

Using the Installation Disc

If Windows won’t boot and you don’t have a recovery disc, you can use the installation disc to restore your PC. The installation disc can be burned to a USB or DVD using the media creation tool that you can download here. Once you boot from the installation media, you’ll see a window where you can select the language options and click the “Next” button.

In the next window, you need to click on the ” System Restore ” link in the lower-left corner. 

Next, go to the ” Troubleshooting” section. Here you will see 2 options for recovery:

  • Return the Computer to Its Original State: A factory reset will be performed with/without saving user files. 
  • Extra Options:  Similarly to the system restore disc, a directory of tools will open through which you can restore Windows performance, a system image, others

Wrapping Up!

We’ve covered the main ways to restore Windows 10. Usually, they’re enough to get the system back to working condition. You could also attach a clean installation of Windows. But this is already an absolute time and is obliquely compared to system recovery. Additionally, you can also take the help of professionals from the Microsoft support team.