How To Run System Restore From The Command Prompt?

To run System Restore from the Command Prompt in Windows, follow these steps:

Method 1: Safe Mode with Command Prompt

  1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box, then type cmd, and press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open an elevated command prompt.

  2. With Administrator privileges, type rstrui.exe and press Enter. This will open the System Restore wizard.

Method 2: Using Windows Recovery Environment

Assuming your computer doesn't boot correctly, here's how to access System Restore from the Command Prompt in Windows Recovery Environment:

  1. Boot your computer from a Windows installation media (e.g., USB flash drive or DVD).
  2. Choose the language settings and click Next.
  3. Click Repair your computer > Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Command Prompt.
  4. At the Command Prompt, type rstrui.exe and press Enter.

After executing either method, follow the on-screen instructions provided by the System Restore wizard to choose a restore point and proceed with the restoration process.