Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then System Restore.To create a restore point in Windows XP, follow the steps below. To rollback Windows to an earlier time, on the System Protection tab, click the System Restore button and follow the prompts to initiate the rollback. Then, click the Create button.Īfter the restore point is created it'll be available to rollback if ever needed. On the left side, select the System protection option to open the System Properties window.Click the Start orb, find Computer (or My Computer) in the Start menu, right-click with your mouse and select Properties.To create a restore point in Windows Vista and Windows 7, follow the steps below. For example, we're creating a restore point called 'installed Microsoft Office' with the intentions of installing Office after the restore point is created.Ĭreating a restore point in Windows Vista and Windows 7 It's a good idea to describe what you are planning on doing to the computer after the restore point is created. In the new window enter a description for the restore point in the text field and click the Create button.In the System Properties window, click the Create button.Or, in File Explorer, right-click This PC, then choose Properties, Advanced System Settings, System Protection. In the Cortana search bar, type restore, then select Create a restore point.To create a restore point in Windows 8 and Windows 10, follow the steps below.

Creating a restore point in Windows 8 and 10

Windows 10 create restore point