Although you can always download the Media Creation Tool to reinstall Windows 10, this process involves extra steps, and you may not be able to keep your files (unless you create a file backup manually). Starting with Windows 10 20H1, Microsoft is updating the “Reset this PC” feature with a new option to allow users to download the Windows 10 installation from the cloud, instead of using the local recovery image. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to use the “Cloud Download” option when resetting your device to fix the problem with the current installation.
How to reset device using Cloud Download option on Windows 10
Use these steps to reset your computer with the “Cloud Download” option on Windows 10: Once you complete the steps, the feature will take over and reset your device to default settings by erasing and reinstalling a fresh copy of Windows 10 downloaded from the cloud. The time of completion will depend on your computer hardware configuration and the reset options that you selected. Reset this PC settings on Windows 10 version 1903 Windows 10 remove everything option Reset this PC with Cloud Download option Reset this PC advanced settings option Reset this PC, download Windows 10 install files Reset this PC, previous installation warning Alternatively, you can also access the “Cloud download” option from the Advanced startup environment when you can’t start Windows 10 normally. The ability to use the locally available recovery option will continue to exist, but if that option doesn’t work, or the user prefers to use the most up-to-date version of Windows 10, the new cloud download will provide an easy way to reset their device. The new “Cloud Download” is available starting Windows 10 build 18970 and later releases. Update August 30, 2019: This article was originally published in July 2019, and it’s been updated to include the steps to use the new feature. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
