How to boot to Windows 7/8/10 Safe Mode when F8 is not working

Why isn't it working?

Safe Mode is a great option for troubleshooting various problems (corrupted drivers, problems loading in Windows, malware or viruses). However, using the F8 key in Windows 10 will be a little more difficult. The fact is that Windows 10 boots very quickly and you simply won't have time to press the F8 key. In addition, Windows may simply not recognize the keystroke during the boot process and all subsequent attempts will lead to nothing.

To access Safe Mode, Windows 10 has a new feature in the Advanced Boot Options menu. If that doesn't suit you, you can still access the Safe Mode feature by pressing the F8 key. But, for this, you need to do a few simple steps manually or use other more complex methods that can also put you in Safe Mode. Everything will be described in order!

Use Safe Mode via the Start Menu

From the Start menu, select Settings and open the “Update & Security” section. Next, click on “Recovery”, then click “Restart now”.

During the reboot, Windows will display the “Select an Option” screen. Click “Troubleshoot”, click “Advanced Options”, and finally select “Startup Options”. Here, select the Safe Mode option.

When Windows Can't Boot Normally...

Force shut down the computer until you see the Preparing for Automatic Repair screen.

Now go to the "Diagnostics of your PC" section; after that, the message “Attempting to repair” will appear.

Further, usually Windows will display the message "Automatic recovery cannot restore your computer" and will offer you two options:

• Shutdown
• Advanced options

Select “Advanced options”, then click on “Troubleshoot”.

When the screen appears, from “Advanced Options” click “Startup Options”.

Select Safe Mode by pressing the F4 key or the number 4 key on your keyboard.

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