what is custom refresh image

Using a custom refresh image will allow you recover Windows 8 with the programs you want, so you won't have to reinstall them after a refresh. You can create as many custom images as you want, but they'll need to be stored in separate folders because custom images are always named install.

1. What is the file name of the refresh image?
2. When you perform a system refresh How will your computer settings be changed?
3. What System Restore can and Cannot do to your Windows system?
4. When should I press F8 on startup?
5. Does factory reset remove viruses?
6. How do I refresh my system?
7. Does Windows reset delete everything?
8. Is System Restore a good idea?
9. When should I use System Restore?
10. Is System Restore Safe?
11. What happens when F8 doesn't work?
12. How do I start in safe mode without F8?
13. What does the F8 button do?

What is the file name of the refresh image?

All recovery images have the filename CustomRefresh.

If no CustomRefresh. wim file is found in the active recovery image directory, Windows will fall back to the default image (or to installation media) when you refresh your PC.

When you perform a system refresh How will your computer settings be changed?

Refresh PC settings will be changed to defaults, however personal files and personalisations won't change. Windows Store apps will be kept, but apps installed from discs or websites will be removed. A list of removed apps will be saved on the desktop.

What System Restore can and Cannot do to your Windows system?

What can System Restore not do? Although System Restore can change all your system files, Windows updates and programs, it will not remove/delete or modify any of your personal files like your photos, documents, music, videos, emails stored on your hard drive.

When should I press F8 on startup?

Do one of the following:

1. If your computer has a single operating system installed, press and hold the F8 key as your computer restarts. ...
2. If your computer has more than one operating system, use the arrow keys to highlight the operating system you want to start in safe mode, and then press F8.

Does factory reset remove viruses?

Running a factory reset, also referred to as a Windows Reset or reformat and reinstall, will destroy all data stored on the computer's hard drive and all but the most complex viruses with it. Viruses can't damage the computer itself and factory resets clear out where viruses hide.

How do I refresh my system?

To refresh your PC

1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings. ...
2. Tap or click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Recovery.
3. Under Refresh your PC without affecting your files, tap or click Get started.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Does Windows reset delete everything?

Reset removed everything, including your files–like doing a complete Windows resintall from scratch. On Windows 10, things are a bit simpler. The only option is “Reset your PC”, but during the process, you'll get to choose whether to keep your personal files or not.

Is System Restore a good idea?

System Restore is best used in cases where you have a known-good hard drive and issues that you think may be related to a bad upgrade or a bad installation of something. Sometimes it can help with recovery from malware, although a lot of malware is written to break this functionality.

When should I use System Restore?

System Restore is used to return important Windows files and settings—like drivers, registry keys, system files, installed programs, and more—back to previous versions and settings. Think of System Restore as an "undo" feature for the most important parts of Microsoft Windows.

Is System Restore Safe?

System Restore won't protect your PC from viruses and other malware, and you may be restoring the viruses along with your system settings. It will guard against software conflicts and bad device driver updates.

What happens when F8 doesn't work?

If the F8 key or the combination of Shift + F8 keys isn't booting your Windows 8/8.1/10 into Safe Mode, you need to use the original DVD/USB to access Startup Settings and then press F4 to access Safe Mode. You need to boot into Windows 8.

How do I start in safe mode without F8?

How to get into safe mode without F8

1. If F8 Does Not Work, Try this. Most frequently used keys to get into safe mode: F8. F5. ...
2. Select Safe Mode and hit enter. Get into Safe Mode without F8 or other keys.
3. Step Click on apply. Next time you reboot, you will automatically get into safe mode without F8 or any other key. Do whatever you wanted to do in safe mode.

What does the F8 button do?

F8. Function key used to enter the Windows startup menu, commonly used to access Windows Safe Mode. Used by some computers to access the Windows recovery system, but may require a Windows installation CD. Displays a thumbnail image for all workspaces in macOS.