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Olddies
Jan 28, 2026Silver Contributor
Can Windows 10 Safe Mode Fix System Startup Issues?
Windows 10 is experiencing startup failure, and I want to enter Safe Mode for repair. I need clarity on: what types of startup issues Safe Mode can specifically resolve, and which ones it cannot handle; also, I need to understand the complete operational process for entering Safe Mode and performing repairs.
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- Keegan15Iron Contributor
Force shutdown your PC 3 times during boot to trigger Automatic Repair. Click Advanced options > Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart.
- EmersonGroveIron Contributor
If a recent driver update causes startup failures, Safe Mode can load only essential drivers, allowing you to uninstall or update problematic drivers.