One-touch reset: Sometimes when you encounter a problem or error message that you don't understand, it's best to start over, wipe the hard drive and restore Windows to its factory default state rather than trying to find a solution. This was not an easy and time-consuming task in the past, but now with Windows 8, the recovery process is easier, faster and you don't even need the installation DVD or USB media. This is thanks to the "Remove everything and reinstall Windows" feature built into the operating system.
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How to remove everything and reinstall Windows 8/8.1 and Windows 10
It is worth mentioning that Windows 8 also has a similar feature called “Refresh your PC without affecting your files” which I explained to you earlier.
The most noticeable benefits of "Remove Everything" (also known as "Reset PC") are that it securely wipes the hard drive, deletes apps, personal files, and all PC settings, and of course reinstalls a fresh copy of Windows, which returns the PC to factory settings. This is perfect if you want to donate, recycle, or just get rid of the PC without revealing personal information like bank accounts, passwords, taxes, etc.
1. Use the keyboard shortcut +I to open the Settings menu and click Change PC settings.
