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Recovery mode makes it possible to debug, repair, and restore the system, a recovery environment (WinRE) featuring several Advanced Startup Options.
More specifically, the recovery mode in Windows 11 inherits the majority of the recovery options from previous operating systems, such as:
- Startup Repair – Checks for and corrects issues that prevent Windows from loading.
- System Restore – If your computer is experiencing system troubles, you can restore it to a prior restore point.
- System Image Recovery – Restore your computer from a system image backup that was taken before.
- Command Prompt – Advanced troubleshooting can be accomplished by using various command-line options.
- Startup Settings – Change how Windows starts up and see if it helps to debug.
How can I enter recovery mode in Windows 11?
There’re a few ways to enter the recovery mode in Windows 11:
Restart and press Shift
1. Click on the Start icon, then tap on the Power button.
2. Press and hold the Shift button and click on Restart button. That’s it! You will now be redirected to the recovery mode menu.
Enter Windows 11 recovery mode using Settings
1. Go to the Settings app and navigate Recovery under the System section.
2. You should click on the Restart now button next to Advanced startup. That’s it! Your PC will enter recovery mode.
Enter Windows 11 recovery mode via command-line
1. Right-click on the Windows Start icon then select Windows Terminal (Admin).
2. Lastly, please type or copy-paste the following command and let it run. You will be redirected to the recovery mode menu:
shutdown /r /oYou may find yourself addressing a problem that necessitates restarting your computer in Safe Mode numerous times. However, if you have to go through the entire method we’ve just described every time you restart your computer, it can become a real hassle.
