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What is the best way to wipe and restore the computer to factory settings so its brand new for a new owner? I tried going to Reset this PC then select Remove Everything. I was unsure to select Cloud Download or Local Reinstall for Windows? I do not have a Windows reinstall disk or anything so I assume I need to select Cloud download? After selecting that it says current settings remove apps and files. Do not clean the drive.
I am confused why it is saying Do not clean the drive? As that is what I am wanting to do so the computer is clear of all my info and settings for the new owner?
Thanks for the help.
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Hi,
I'm Rodrigo and I'll help you.
The Cloud Download will download a fresh Windows Image to reinstall it. Local reinstall will reinstall the Image that is already on the computer.
The Reset > "Remove everything" option will remove the files and apps on the system partition, but if you have other partitions and/or drives, they will not be deleted.
