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Uninstall Windows 10 and go Back to Windows 8: 3 Quick Ways
Perform a system restore to revert the OS
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Have you installedWindows 10on yourWindows 8orWindows 8.1operating system? Well, if you see that you don’t needWindows 10and want to uninstall it from your Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 system, you can go back to the previous iteration.
You might be facing performance issues in Windows 10, or the interface appears confusing. Be it either of the two or for any other reason, you can always uninstall Windows 10 and revert to Windows 8 or 8.1. Keep reading to find out how!
How do I uninstall Windows 10 and go back to Windows 8?
1. Uninstall Windows 10 preview
That’s it! You can easily uninstall Windows 10 and return to Windows 8 or 8.1 from theRecovery Mode.
2. Uninstall Windows from virtual software
Suppose you installed your new Windows 10 operating system on a virtual software inside Windows 8, 8.1. In that case, you won’t need to follow the steps above because they will not affect yourWindows operating system.
The only step you need to do is to take it out from the virtual software you are using by uninstalling it directly from inside the software.
3. Use a restore point
Perhaps the quickest and safest method to return to a previousOSversion is to useSystem Restore. This solution allows you to restore the fullOSversion that was installed on yourPCpreviously.
The only condition here is that you should havecreated a restore pointwhen only Windows 8 was installed. Even if you didn’t do so manually, the OS automatically creates one before a major change is made. So do check the list of restore points.
The methods listed above are the easiest methods you can use to uninstall yourWindows 10operating systemand continue runningWindows 8orWindows 8.1on your device.
Before you leave, find out how toactivate Windows 10 with a key for Windows 7.
If you have any additional questions regarding this article, let us know in the comments below, and we will help you as soon as possible.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
