Clean Boot is a useful process for Windows 11 users that allows the computer to start without any third-party apps or services. This allows us to check if a problem is caused by software or a service. You can easily do a Clean Boot in Windows 11 by following the detailed steps given below.

What is Clean Boot, and why is it important?

Clean Boot is a process in which Windows is started with only the necessary drivers and services. This is useful when:

The computer is crashing frequently
The software is not working properly
There is a delay in startup
Third-party applications are interfering with the system

How to do a Clean Boot in Windows 11?

1. Open System Configuration (msconfig)

Press Windows + R

Type msconfig in the Run dialog box and press Enter

2. Go to the General tab

There will be three options:

Normal startup

Diagnostic startup

Selective startup

Select Selective startup

Keep “Load system services” checked

Uncheck “Load startup items.”

3. Make the necessary changes in the Services tab

Click on the Services tab

Tick the “Hide all Microsoft services” checkbox below

Now click on Disable all to Disable all the third-party services that are left

4. Disable Startup Apps from the Startup tab

Click on the Startup tab and then go to Open Task Manager

Disable all the applications in Task Manager that run on startup

5. Save the changes and restart the system

Now come back to the System Configuration window and click on Apply and then OK

Restart the system

After the restart, your Windows 11 will start in Clean Boot mode.

What to do after Clean Boot?

Once the system starts in Clean Boot, then:

Try to replicate the issues you were facing

If the issue is resolved, it means that a third-party app or service was causing the problem

Enable the services and apps one by one and check after which the problem returns

How to return to Normal Boot after Clean Boot?

Once the issue is identified and resolved, you can bring Windows back to normal mode again.

Steps:

Open msconfig

Go to the General tab and select Normal startup

Go to the Services tab and do the same setup as before

Go to Task Manager and Enable Startup Apps

Restart the computer

What is the difference between Clean Boot and Safe Mode?

| Point | Clean Boot | Safe Mode |

|———————–|—————————————–|—————————————–|

| Purpose | Diagnosing problems | Running the system in safe mode |

| Services | Only Microsoft services run | Limited system drivers and services run |

| Usage | Identifying third-party apps | Removing viruses, troubleshooting system problems |

| Internet access | May be available | Limited or not available in Safe Mode |

Precautions while doing Clean Boot

Do not Disable Microsoft services, otherwise, the system will not start

Some apps and services will not work in this mode,but do not panic

Follow the steps carefully

Clean Boot Troubleshooting Tips

If the problem persists even after a Clean Boot, it may be related to hardware or driver

Save any important file before Clean Boot

If Clean Boot has to be done repeatedly, review the list of apps and uninstall unnecessary software

Conclusion

Clean Boot is a powerful way to identify and solve many types of problems in Windows 11. By following the above steps, we can run the system at minimum load and know which service or software is causing the problem. This not only helps in solving problems but also improves system performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Will Clean Boot delete my data?

No, Clean Boot does not affect any of your files or data. It just temporarily stops third-party services and apps running on startup.

Q2. What is the difference between Clean Boot and Safe Mode?

Clean Boot loads only essential Microsoft services and drivers, while Safe Mode is a limited Windows environment in which very few drivers and services work. Safe Mode is usually used to troubleshoot virus or system crashes.

Q3. How to undo Clean Boot?

To undo Clean Boot, open `msconfig` again, then go to the General tab, select Normal startup, and restart the system by Apply.

Q4. Can Clean Boot increase the speed of Windows 11?

If the system is slowing down due to a third-party app or service, Clean Boot can help identify and solve that problem. This can improve the speed.

Q5. Should a Clean Boot be done every time?

No, Clean Boot is a troubleshooting process. It should only be done when there is a problem in the system that is suspected to be caused by software or startup apps.

Q6. Which services are stopped during Clean Boot?

All third-party services and startup apps except Microsoft services are stopped during Clean Boot, such as antivirus, cloud storage clients, third-party updaters, etc.

Q7. Can a Clean Boot remove viruses?

Clean Boot is not a virus removal tool, but it helps to check if any third party software is causing the problem. Use an antivirus program or Safe Mode to remove viruses.

Q8. Is Clean Boot possible in all Windows versions?

Yes, the process of Clean Boot is almost the same in all versions: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11.