How to Create a Windows Recovery USB in Windows 11: Complete GuideUpdated 2 months ago
Creating a Windows Recovery USB allows you to troubleshoot and restore your system in case of startup issues. Follow these steps to create one:
Key Highlights: Create a Windows Recovery USB in Windows 11
1. Prepare a USB Drive
Use a USB flash drive with at least 16GB of storage (32GB recommended).
Backup your data, as the process will erase everything on the USB drive.
2. Open Recovery Drive Tool
Press
Win + S, type Recovery Drive, and select Create a recovery drive.Check the Back up system files to the recovery drive option to allow full system recovery.
Click Next.
3. Select the USB Drive
Choose your USB drive from the list and click Next.
A warning will appear stating that the USB will be formatted—click Create to proceed.
4. Wait for the Process to Complete
The creation process may take several minutes.
Once finished, click Finish and safely eject the USB.
5. Use the Recovery USB
To use it, insert the USB into your PC and restart while holding
F12,F2, orEsc(depending on your PC).Select USB Drive from the boot menu.
Choose Troubleshoot > Advanced Options for recovery tools or Reset this PC to reinstall Windows.
This Windows 11 Recovery USB can help fix boot issues, restore system backups, or reinstall Windows if needed.