Windows offers many hidden options that may be helpful in certain situations. For example, start your computer in Safe Mode and access the boot menu with some keyboard shortcuts. Advanced Startup Options is more complicated and contains commands that Windows users may not know but exist. Many users are confused by the new settings and features that Windows 11 has introduced. Users are often unable to figure out how to set up Advanced Startup Mode in Windows 11 to troubleshoot any error.

Often, Windows will show an error message that requires you to use the Advanced startup mode. Advanced startup options offer a variety of advanced boot settings as well as recovery tools. It can be beneficial if your computer won’t start. These settings can also be used to fix other problems that may occur before Windows starts.

How to access Advanced Startup Options on Windows 11

This article will demonstrate how to access advanced startup options to help you troubleshoot Windows 11 problems. Follow the steps:

Using Settings

  1. Press Windows key + I to open Settings.
  2. Next, scroll down and select the Recovery option.
  3. After that, click on Restart now beside Advanced startup.
  4. A confirmation box will appear, click on Restart now to confirm.

Using Power Menu

  1. Start your computer and log in.
  2. Click on the Start button.
  3. After that, click on the Power option.
  4. Press and hold the Shift key.
  5. Then, click on the Restart button.
    Tip:- You can do this from the lock screen also. Just click on the Power menu, hold the Shift key, and tap Restart.

Through Command Prompt

  1. Type cmd on the Search menu and click on Run as Administrator.
  2. Type the given below command and hit Enter key.
    shutdown /r /o /f /t 00

Through Automatic Repair Screen

If your computer isn’t turning on, and you need to fix it, the following steps will help you access the Advanced Recovery mode:

  1. Turn on your computer.
  2. When your computer turns on, and you see the manufacturer logo on display, press the power button. Keep it pressed for approximately 3 seconds until it shuts down forcefully.
  3. Repeat the above method two more times.
  4. When you see Preparing automatic repair on the screen, then leave the computer to boot.
  5. Next, select Advanced options and hit Enter key.

Through Windows 11 Bootable USB

You can also use a bootable USB flash drive to boot into Advanced Startup mode in Windows 11.
You’ll need to create a Windows 11 bootable media. If you have, then follow these steps:

  1. Connect a Windows 11 bootable USB to your computer.
  2. Boot your computer with a bootable USB.
  3. Click Next after selecting language and time.