Windows 10: how to enter safe mode

Under windows 8 and Windows 10, Microsoft has implemented a new method of starting the PC that offers a much faster system startup. Of course, this speed boost is felt above all in a configuration comfortably equipped with an SSD, at least 8GB of RAM and a Core i processor (or equivalent from AMD). The other side of the coin is that to save time on loading, Microsoft took the opportunity to remove access to the F8 key, which allows access to different PC boot modes. And when you want to start it is a problem. safe mode from PC.

What is Windows Safe Mode for?

Safe mode has been available since Windows 95. This famous safe mode is not exclusive to Microsoft as it is also available on Android, Unix, macOS and also Firefox. Under Windows, it allows get rid of all programs and drivers It is usually started at the start of the operating system. Only the necessary components for Windows are executed, nothing more. Then you have a minimalist display with no connections and no support for peripherals attached to the computer. On the other hand, this mode is particularly useful when your configuration shows signs of weakness with programs or drivers that are loaded at startup. It allows you to identify the culprits and repair your computer in case of a crash to remove them later. With Safe Mode, you can detect and fix incorrectly installed drivers and incorrectly installed or resource-intensive software in minutes.

Access Safe Mode directly from Windows 10

1. to meet start button Windows, then click Settingsis symbolized by a small toothed wheel. Then select the function Update and security later, in the section Advanced startuppress button reboot now.
   

   

2. from the screen Choose an optionclick on option Repairs.
   

3. Then go to the function Problem solution. choose Advanced optionsthen press button restart.
   
4. Press the button on the new screen that opens. key 4it is safe mode.
   

Re-enable the F8 key

Even if Microsoft has removed access to safe mode via the F8 key, it is still possible to re-enable it quite easily. To do this, start by opening command prompt as administrator. Note that going through the command prompt, not Windows 10 PowerShell, will be mandatory:

1. Enter the term from the Windows 10 search field cmd. A list of results appears. On the right, select the option Execute as administrator. Accept the User Account Control message.
   

2. Enter the following command line:
   bcdedit /set {default} bootmenupolicy legacy
   The next time the computer restarts, F8 key will be accessible again and therefore will allow you to enter safe mode. Finally, note that this should be used after installing the BIOS/UEFI and not during (in which case you access the BIOS preferences depending on your motherboard model).