Formatting a Windows 10 PC involves wiping the hard drive clean and reinstalling the operating system. It is a process that can help fix problems or improve the performance of your computer. Here are the steps to format a Windows 10 PC:
Backup your files: Before formatting your PC, you should backup any important files and documents you have on the computer.
Create a bootable USB drive: You will need a bootable USB drive that contains the Windows 10 installation files. You can create one by downloading the Windows 10 ISO file from Microsoft's website and then using the Windows USB/DVD Download Tool to create the bootable USB drive.
Boot from the USB drive: Insert the bootable USB drive into your computer, restart the computer and press the key required to enter the BIOS/UEFI (usually F2, F12, Delete). Then, change the boot order to boot first from the USB drive.
Begin the installation process: Once the computer boots from the USB drive, you will be prompted to begin the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Select "Custom install": When prompted, select the "Custom install" option. This will allow you to format the hard drive and install a fresh copy of Windows 10.
Select the drive you want to format: Select the drive where you want to install Windows 10, and then click on the "Format" button. This will erase all of the data on the drive and prepare it for the new installation.
Complete the installation process: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. Once the installation is complete, you will need to set up your account, configure your settings, and reinstall any programs that you need.
It's important to remember that formatting a PC will erase all the data, files, and installed software so it's crucial to backup all important data before starting the process. Also, make sure you have the product key and the license for Windows 10 handy before proceeding.
