To remove all bloatware from your device, you have a few options. I’ll walk you through the steps to uninstall unwanted apps using the Windows 10 settings, as well as how to perform a factory reset using the Windows 10 Refresh Tool.
1. Uninstalling Apps through Windows 10 Settings:
– Open the Settings window by clicking on the Start button and selecting the gear icon.
– In the Settings window, click on the “Apps” option.
2. Uninstalling Unwanted Apps:
– Once you’re in the Apps settings, you’ll see a list of all the apps installed on your device.
– Scroll through the list and find the app you want to uninstall. As an example, let’s say we want to remove the preinstalled 3D Viewer app.
– Click on the app to select it, and then click on the “Uninstall” button.
3. Confirming Uninstallation:
– A confirmation window will appear, asking if you want to uninstall the app and remove its data.
– If you’re sure you want to proceed, click on the “Uninstall” button again.
– Windows will then uninstall the app and remove it from your computer.
4. Using the Windows 10 Refresh Tool:
– If you want to take it a step further and completely reset your device to its factory settings, you can use the Windows 10 Refresh Tool.
– The Refresh Tool is a built-in feature that essentially performs a clean installation of Windows 10, removing all downloaded programs including bloatware.
– To use the Refresh Tool, you’ll need to visit the official Microsoft website and download it onto a USB drive or DVD.
– Once you have the tool ready, connect the USB drive or insert the DVD into your computer.
– Restart your computer and boot from the USB drive or DVD. You may need to change your boot order in the BIOS settings to prioritize the USB or DVD drive.
– Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the Refresh Tool to perform a factory reset of your device. This will remove all downloaded programs, including bloatware, and restore your computer to its original state.
It’s worth noting that performing a factory reset using the Refresh Tool will erase all your data and settings, so make sure you have a backup of any important files before proceeding.
Removing bloatware can be done through the Windows 10 settings by uninstalling unwanted apps individually. If you want a more comprehensive solution, you can use the Windows 10 Refresh Tool to perform a factory reset of your device, removing all downloaded programs.