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How to reinstall Windows 10 from usb without losing files?
I need to reinstall Windows 10 on my computer and I've heard that it can be done using a USB drive. However, I'm not entirely sure about the steps involved in creating a bootable USB and then using it to reinstall the OS. Could someone please provide a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to reinstall Windows 10 from USB? Here are a few specific questions I have:
- What tools do I need to create a bootable USB drive?
- How do I prepare the USB drive for the installation?
- What are the steps to follow during the installation process?
- Possible to keep the files and apps during reinstallation?
Thanks for your help!
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Before you reinstall Windows 10 from USB, make sure you have a blank USB drive with at least 8GB of free space. You can use any type of USB drive, but a faster one (like a USB 3.0 or higher) will make the process go smoother.
You can create a Windows 10 bootable USB with the Media Creation Tool. After that, change the boot order in Bios. After that, boot the computer from the USB and reinstall Windows 10 from USB drive. During the installation, you have the option to keep the files. Means no data loss after installation.
