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Windows · 3 min · Beginner

Create a restore point

Free insurance: if an update or driver breaks something, you roll back in two clicks.

Windows has a built-in feature that saves a snapshot of the system at a given moment. If after an update, a new driver, or a tweak something stops working, you can bring the PC back to the exact state it was in before — without losing personal files.

How to create a restore point

1

Open restore settings

In the Windows search bar, type Create a restore point and select the result that appears.

2

Select the drive and click "Create"

In the "System Protection" tab, select the main drive (the one where Windows is installed, usually C:), then click Create.

3

Give it a name and confirm

Write a name that helps you remember the context, like "Before updating drivers" or "Stable system July 2026". Confirm and wait for Windows to complete the process.

How to restore the system

1

Reopen the restore panel

Search for "Create a restore point" in the search bar again and open the same panel as before.

2

Click "System Restore"

Select "Choose a different restore point" to see all available options.

3

Select the point and restore

Choose the point you want to go back to, follow the on-screen instructions and let Windows do its thing. The PC will restart and return to the saved configuration.

Pro tip

Always create a restore point before installing new drivers, major Windows updates, or software that modifies system settings. It takes 30 seconds and can save you hours of debugging.

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