DELL 18 User Manual

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Managing Computer Settings 
Refreshing your computer 
Refreshing your computer restores Windows to the original factory 
settings without deleting any of your personal files, installed 
applications, or personalization settings. 
CAUTION: Refreshing your computer removes all third-party applications. 
1  Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms.  
2  Touch Settings  
→ Change PC settings→ General→ Refresh 
your PC without affecting your files. 
3  Touch Get started.  
4  Read the instructions on the screen then touch Next.  
Resetting your computer 
Resetting your computer returns the system software to original 
factory settings. 
CAUTION: Resetting your computer erases all data from your computer, 
including your account configuration, music, pictures, files, and so on. 
Ensure that you back up all the required data before you proceed. 
1  Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms.  
2  Touch Settings  
→ Change PC settings→ General→ Remove 
everything and reinstall Windows. 
3  Touch Get started.  
4  Read the instructions on the screen then touch Next.  
Using Your Computer      
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