how to reset a windows 10 machine

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To factory reset a Windows 10 machine, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery > Reset this PC and choose whether to keep your files or remove everything. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the reset. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Open Settings: Click the Start menu and select the Settings icon (gear symbol). 

Navigate to Recovery: Go to Update & Security > Recovery. 

Initiate Reset: Under "Reset this PC," click Get Started. 

Choose a Reset Option: Select either "Keep my files" (reinstalls Windows while keeping your data) or "Remove everything" (removes all files and settings). 

Follow Prompts: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset process.