How Do I Reset My Windows 10 Without Logging in?

How do you factory reset a computer that is locked Windows 10?

1. Press and hold on “Shift” key, click on the Power button, and then click on “Restart”.
2. On the Choose an option screen, click on “Troubleshoot”.
3. On the Troubleshoot screen, click on “Reset this PC”.
4. Select your user account, enter the password, and then click on “Continue”.

How do you factory reset a computer that is locked?

1. Power on or restart the computer. …
2. Use the arrow keys to choose “Repair Your Computer” from the options. …
3. Click “Next” and log in to the Windows Recovery Environment as an administrator. …
4. Follow the on-screen directions to restore the operating system.