In this guide, I will show you how to create a system restore point in Windows 10.
Creating a system restore point in Windows 10 is like having a Windows time machine. When you create a system restore point it records the state of the computer at that moment time. If something goes wrong with the computer in the future you will be able to revert the computer back to that point in time.
How does system restore help?
Sometimes a software install or driver update can cause a corruption or problem with the computer. Browsing the internet is full of such possible dangers, viruses, conflicts, malware and spyware. All could potentially affect the performance or use of the computer. System restore may or may not fix the problem you are experiencing but it is an additional tool or safety net in the protection of the computer.
What will system restore remove?
Running system restore will remove anything you have installed on your computer since the restore point was created.
Using system restore should not alter your documents folder. However, there is no guarantee, I recommend making a backup copy of anything important. Also make sure you do not have anything important saved to your Desktop, as items from the desktop could also be removed when the system restore facility runs
Instructions to create a system restore point in Windows 10
- Press the Windows key to activate the text box on the taskbar.
- Type restore in the text box
- A list of options will appear select Create a restore point.
- The System Properties box will open, (if you can not see it check the taskbar).
- Select the System Protection tab as shown below.
- Under the Protection Settings section, highlight the (C:) drive (If you need help turning system restore on click here)
- Click the button labeled Create
- This will open a text box, where you should name your restore point. I suggest naming the restore point what you are about to do, for example, “Before installing printer driver”
- Click Create and it will create the restore point
- Click Close. Your system restore point should be created.
If you are having difficulties creating a system restore point please note that you need to have system restore enabled. Please go to our How to enable system restore in Windows 10. If you would like to know how to restore from a restore point you created please use the search box above. For further information from Microsoft on system restore please click here.
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