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How to Create a Restore Point from Windows 10 Desktop
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Restorepoints are very useful features of Windows operating systems. Allusersshould have at least one recentrestore pointcreated, no matter how hard they ‘exploit’ theirPCs.Windows 10, just like allolder versions of Windows, has its own option for creating a restore point, but we a simpler method.
All you have to do to create an instant restore point shortcut on yourDesktop(or anywhere you want) is to perform one simple, few clicks-long trick.
This method isn’t strictly attached toWindows 10, as it can be performed inWindows 7and Windows 8.1, also, but it’s most useful inWindows 10, especially inWindows 10Preview.
Steps to create a Windows 10 Restore Point
Restore Point Creation Tool on Windows 10
Here’s how to easily create a restore point creation tool on yourdesktop:
And there you go! You now have a restore point creation tool right on yourdesktop, and all you need to do to create a restore point is to run it. But, we have to note that it will only work if youopen it as Administrator, so keep that in mind.
Once you run it, theCommand Promptwindow will open, and it will automatically begin the creation of the new restore point. You’ll need to wait a few moments for the process to complete, depending on your C: drive size. Once the creation is done, you should receive a “Method execution successful” message, and the new restore point will be created.
As we said, restore points are extremely useful, especially inWindows 10Preview, because if you get stuck with a corrupted build, or some other kind of error, you’ll be able to restore to the previous working state of your computer easily.
There are also situations where you can’t create a restore point. Or, you managed to create one but you cannot use it. We already covered these problems in our troubleshooting guides.
So, if you need some solutions to fix restore point issues, you can check out the guides listed below:
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
