How to Start Automatic Repair in Windows 11?

You can initiate automatic repair in Windows 11 through various methods, depending on the situation. Here's a breakdown of the common scenarios and their solutions:

1. During Startup:

If you encounter issues during startup, like a blue screen of death (BSOD) or the system failing to boot, you can access automatic repair through the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE):

1. Restart your computer and press the F2, F8, F11, or Delete key repeatedly during the startup process. The specific key to access the BIOS or boot menu varies depending on your computer's manufacturer.
2. Navigate to the boot menu and select "Boot from a USB drive or CD/DVD" if you have a bootable recovery media.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the Windows Recovery Environment.
4. Select "Troubleshoot" from the options.
5. Choose "Advanced options" and then select "Automatic Repair".

2. From the Settings App:

If you can access the Windows settings, you can initiate automatic repair from the "Recovery" section:

1. Open the Windows Settings app (press Windows key + I).
2. Navigate to "System" and then select "Recovery".
3. Under "Recovery options", click on "Reset this PC".
4. Choose "Keep my files" to initiate automatic repair.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

3. Using a Recovery Drive:

If you've previously created a Windows recovery drive, you can use it to start automatic repair:

1. Connect the recovery drive to your computer.
2. Restart your computer and boot from the recovery drive.
3. Select "Troubleshoot" from the options.
4. Choose "Advanced options" and then select "Automatic Repair".

4. Using a Bootable USB Drive:

If you don't have a recovery drive, you can create a bootable USB drive with the Windows 11 installation media:

1. Download the Windows 11 ISO file from the official Microsoft website.
2. Create a bootable USB drive using a tool like Rufus or the Windows USB/DVD Download Tool.
3. Restart your computer and boot from the USB drive.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to access the Windows Recovery Environment.
5. Select "Troubleshoot" from the options.
6. Choose "Advanced options" and then select "Automatic Repair".

Remember that automatic repair attempts to fix common issues without losing your personal files. However, if the problem persists, you might need to perform a clean installation of Windows 11.