✅ 1. What is System Restore and Why Is It Important?
In Windows 10, unexpected crashes, driver installation issues, or faulty updates can occur. In such cases, System Restore acts as a safety net, allowing you to revert your PC to a previous working state without affecting personal files.
Key Benefits of System Restore:
– Restores the system to a previous restore point, fixing software conflicts or driver issues.
– Repairs problems caused by Windows updates or faulty installations.
– Avoids the need for a full system reinstall, saving time and effort.
System Restore does NOT affect:
– Personal files (documents, images, etc.).
– User profiles and desktop items.
System Restore WILL remove:
– Applications and drivers installed after the restore point.
– Recent Windows updates or changes.
🔧 2. How to Restore Your System to a Previous Restore Point
If your system is malfunctioning, you can restore it to a previous state by following these steps:
✅ Step 1: Launch the System Restore Tool
1. Press Win + S to open the search box.
2. Type `rstrui.exe` and select the first result with the restore icon.
3. Click Next in the System Restore window.
✅ Step 2: Select a Restore Point
1. You will see a list of available restore points, including manual and automatic ones.
2. Choose the restore point you want, e.g., “March 22, 2025”.
3. Click Scan for affected programs to see which apps will be removed.
4. Confirm the restore point and click Next → Finish.
✅ Step 3: Perform the Restore
1. Click Yes to confirm that the operation cannot be interrupted once started.
2. Windows will restart and begin restoring your system.
3. After completion, you will see the message: “System Restore completed successfully”.
🛠️ 3. How to Manually Create a System Restore Point
To protect your system from future issues, it’s recommended to create restore points regularly:
✅ Step 1: Enable System Protection
1. Open File Explorer → Right-click This PC → Select Properties.
2. Click System Protection on the right side.
3. Select Local Disk (C:) → Click Configure.
4. Check Turn on system protection and allocate disk space.
– Allocate at least 5-10GB for storing multiple restore points.
✅ Step 2: Create a Restore Point
1. In the System Protection window, click Create.
2. Name the restore point, e.g., `restore-point-3`.
3. Click Create and wait for Windows to generate the restore point.
🔄 4. How to Undo a System Restore
If you are not satisfied with the restore, you can easily undo it:
1. Type `rstrui.exe` in the search box and open the restore tool.
2. Select Undo System Restore.
3. Click Next → Finish to restore your system to the state before the previous restore.
🎯 5. Tips for Using System Restore Effectively
– Enable System Protection: Ensure system protection is enabled beforehand, or no restore points will be available.
– Manage Disk Space: Regularly delete old restore points to free up space.
– Not for Hardware Issues: System Restore cannot fix physical hardware failures.
– Backup Important Files: Although personal files are unaffected, it’s best to back them up before performing a restore.
6. Demo Video.
You can watch the following demo video by select the subtitle to your preferred subtitle language.