Question: Why Is My Windows 10 Not Shutting Down?
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Search for and open “Power Options” in the Start Menu. Click “Choose what the power buttons do” on the left side of the window (Figure 3). Under “Shutdown settings” make sure “Turn on fast startup” is unchecked (Figure 4).

Why won’t my Windows 10 computer shut down?

On the keyboard, press and hold Shift while pressing Power > Shut down on the Start menu or the lock screen. … In the Start menu, type troubleshoot, then select Troubleshoot (system settings) from the search results. In the Troubleshoot window, under Find and fix other problems, select Power > Run the troubleshooter.

Why is my computer not shutting down?

If Windows can shut down, determine which startup item or service is preventing Windows 7 or Vista from closing. Software programs that are likely to cause shut down problems are: Viruses, spyware, and malware. Antivirus software.

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