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Calculated Shard: 17 (from laksa171)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa017.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-restart-methods/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-restart-methods/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/windows-restart-methods\/","crawl_time":1756173312,"first_indexed_time":1663265786,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,makeuseof!www,\/windows-restart-methods\/ s443","src_root_hash":"8015183094204371817","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The 8 Different Ways to Restart Your Windows Computer","meta_descriptions":["Is your Start menu not working? Or do you just want a desktop shortcut that restarts your PC? Here are all the ways to restart a Windows computer."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Restarting your Windows computer is one of the most popular ways to fix any temporary system glitches. At times, you may also need to restart your system to install a Windows Update or apply registry changes. Whatever the case may be, restarting your Windows PC is quite easy, as it should be. And it is a good idea to learn all of the methods, as a Windows error or glitch may sometimes prevent you from using a specific method, forcing you to take another route Here we show you eight different ways to restart your Windows computer. The easiest and most well-known way to restart a Windows computer is through the Start menu. Here are the steps you need to follow. \n                                        Click the  Start  icon on the taskbar or press the  Win  key to open the Start menu.\n                         \n                                        Click the  power  icon in the bottom right corner.\n                         \n                                        Select  Restart  from the menu that appears.\n                                            \n                \n    \n    \n    \n                \n    \n                \n        \n                                                            \n                                                                                                                        \n                            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     And voila! Your PC will reboot. The  Windows Power User menu  provides quick access to some of the most important features and utilities. It also gives you the option to restart or  shut down your Windows PC . To restart Windows using the Power User menu: \n                                        Right-click on the  Start  icon or use the  Win + X  keyboard shortcut to access the Power User menu.\n                         \n                                        Select  Shut down or sign out > Restart .\n                                            \n                \n    \n    \n    \n                \n    \n                \n        \n                                                            \n                                                                                                                        \n                            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     As soon as you do this, your PC will reboot. Another way to restart your Windows PC is through the Ctrl + Alt + Delete menu. It's likely your best option if the  Start menu is not working . Start by pressing  Ctrl + Alt + Delete  on your keyboard to open the options screen. Then, click the  power  icon in the bottom right corner, and select  Restart  from the list. Your PC will restart immediately. \n                        4. How to Restart Windows With the Alt + F4 Shortcut\n                You can also restart your PC easily by accessing the Shut Down Windows dialog. Here are the steps you need to follow: \n                                        Press  Win + D  to quickly navigate to your Desktop.\n                         \n                                        Press  Alt + F4  on your keyboard to summon the  Shut Down Windows  dialog.\n                         \n                                        Use the drop-down menu to select  Restart  and click  OK .\n                                            \n                \n    \n    \n    \n                \n    \n                \n        \n                                                            \n                                                                                                                        \n                            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     Aside from the above, you can also use the Shut Down Windows dialog to put your PC to sleep, shut it down, or hibernate it. \n                        5. How to Restart Windows via the Command Prompt\n                If you’re an avid Windows user who’s familiar with the command prompt utility, you can also restart your PC by running a command. Here’s how: \n                                        Click the  search  icon on the taskbar to open the search menu.\n                         \n                                        Type  cmd  and select  Run as administrator .\n                         \n                                        Run the following command in the console to restart your PC:\n                                                 shutdown -r When the warning message appears, click  Close . Your PC will shut down and restart in 60 seconds. If you want to cancel the restart at any point during the 60-second period, use the following command: shutdown \/a If you're interested in learning more about such tricks, be sure to check out  the Windows Command Prompt commands you must know . \n                        6. How to Restart Windows From the Login Screen\n                You don’t necessarily have to sign in to your Windows computer to restart it. Windows also gives you the option to restart your PC from the login screen or lock screen. When you are on the Windows login or lock screen, click the  power  icon in the bottom right corner and select  Restart  from the menu that appears. \n                        7. How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to Restart Windows\n                You may be using desktop shortcuts on Windows to quickly access your applications, files, and folders. But did you know you could also create a desktop shortcut to restart your computer? It's actually quite simple to set up. \n                                        Right-click on an empty spot on your desktop and select  New > Shortcut .\n                         \n                                        In the  Create Shortcut  window, type  Shutdown -r -t 00  in the text field.\n                         \n                                        Click  Next .\n                         \n                                        Enter a suitable name for your shortcut and click on  Finish .\n                                            \n                \n    \n    \n    \n                \n    \n                \n        \n                                                            \n                                                                                                                        \n                            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     Once you have created a desktop shortcut, you can double-click it to quickly restart your computer. Optionally, you can change the icon for your newly created shortcut to make it more distinguishable. Check out our guide on  how to customize icons on Windows  for more information on this. \n                        8. How to Use the Emergency Restart Feature in Windows\n                Windows also provides a secret Emergency restart option that can be useful if your PC freezes or if the above suggestions do not work. Microsoft recommends using this option only as a last resort. To use the Emergency restart feature on Windows: \n                                        Press  Ctrl + Alt + Delete  on your keyboard.\n                         \n                                        Press and hold the  Ctrl  key and click the  power  icon in the bottom right corner.\n                         \n                                        Click  OK  when the Emergency restart prompt appears.\n                                            \n                \n    \n    \n    \n                \n    \n                \n        \n                                                            \n                                                                                                                        \n                            \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     Once you complete the above steps, your PC will reboot. \n                        How Do You Prefer to Restart Your Windows PC?\n                Now you know several ways to restart your Windows PC. All of them are quick and easy to execute. You can pick the one that is most convenient for you. In addition to the aforementioned methods, you can also remotely restart your Windows computer.","attrs_markdown":"Menu\n\n[![MUO logo](https:\/\/static0.makeuseofimages.com\/assets\/images\/muo-logo-full-colored-light.svg?v=3.0)](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/)\n\nSign in now\n\nClose\n\n- - PC & Mobile Submenu\n    - [Windows](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/windows\/)\n    - [Android](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/google-android\/)\n    - [iPhone](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/ios\/)\n  - Technical Submenu\n    - [Tech Explained](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/technology-explained\/)\n    - [Security](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/security\/)\n  - Lifestyle Submenu\n    - [Productivity](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/productivity\/)\n    - [Creative](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/creative\/)\n  - [Entertainment](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/entertainment\/)\n    Submenu\n    - [Streaming](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/streaming\/)\n    - [Internet](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/web-based\/)\n  - [Home](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/home\/)\n  - [News](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/category\/news\/)\n  - [Free Cheat Sheets](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/cheat-sheet\/)\n\n- [Sign in](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/windows-restart-methods\/)\n- [Newsletter](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/page\/newsletter\/)\n\n[Windows 11](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/windows-11\/)\n\n[ChatGPT](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/chatgpt\/)\n\n[iPhone Help](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/iphone-troubleshooting\/)\n\n[Facebook Help](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/facebook\/)\n\n[Avoiding Scams](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/scam\/)\n\n[Emojis Explained](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/top-emojis-explained-cheat-sheet\/)\n\n[Free Movie Streaming](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/free-movie-streaming-sites-no-sign-up\/)\n\nClose\n\n# The 8 Different Ways to Restart Your Windows Computer\n![4](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress%2Fwp-content%2Fauthors%2F662deb2e2e3f3-Pankil%20Shah.jpeg?fit=crop&w=90&h=90)\n\nBy  [Pankil Shah](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/author\/pankil-shah\/)\n\nUpdated\n\nAug 13, 2023\n\nFollow\n\nFollowed\n\nLike\n\nLink copied to clipboard\n\n[Sign in to your MUO account]()\n\n![Boy in Red Shirt Sitting on Chair in Front of Computer Screen](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Ways-to-Restart-Your-Windows-Computer.jpg)\n\nPexels - No attribution required  \n https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/boy-in-red-shirt-sitting-on-chair-in-front-of-black-flat-screen-tv-4708880\/\n\nRestarting your Windows computer is one of the most popular ways to fix any temporary system glitches. At times, you may also need to restart your system to install a Windows Update or apply registry changes.\n\nWhatever the case may be, restarting your Windows PC is quite easy, as it should be. And it is a good idea to learn all of the methods, as a Windows error or glitch may sometimes prevent you from using a specific method, forcing you to take another route Here we show you eight different ways to restart your Windows computer.\n\n## 1\\. How to Restart Windows via the Start Menu\nThe easiest and most well-known way to restart a Windows computer is through the Start menu. Here are the steps you need to follow.\n\n1. Click the **Start** icon on the taskbar or press the **Win** key to open the Start menu.\n2. Click the **power** icon in the bottom right corner.\n3. Select **Restart** from the menu that appears.\n   ![Restart Windows Computer From Start Menu](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Restart-Windows-Computer-From-Start-Menu.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n   \n   Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nAnd voila! Your PC will reboot.\n\n## 2\\. How to Restart Windows Using the Power User Menu\nThe [Windows Power User menu](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/windows-power-menu-guide\/) provides quick access to some of the most important features and utilities. It also gives you the option to restart or [shut down your Windows PC](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/windows-11-how-to-shut-down\/).\n\nTo restart Windows using the Power User menu:\n\n1. Right-click on the **Start** icon or use the **Win + X** keyboard shortcut to access the Power User menu.\n2. Select **Shut down or sign out \\> Restart**.\n   ![Restart Option in Power User Menu](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Restart-Windows-Computer-From-Power-User-Menu.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n   \n   Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nAs soon as you do this, your PC will reboot.\n\n## 3\\. How to Use the Ctrl + Alt + Delete Menu to Restart Windows\nAnother way to restart your Windows PC is through the Ctrl + Alt + Delete menu. It's likely your best option if the [Start menu is not working](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/fix-windows-10-start-menu\/).\n\nStart by pressing **Ctrl + Alt + Delete** on your keyboard to open the options screen. Then, click the **power** icon in the bottom right corner, and select **Restart** from the list. Your PC will restart immediately.\n\n![Restart Windows From Ctrl Alt Del Screen](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/restart-windows-from-ctrl-alt-del-screen.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n\nScreenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n## 4\\. How to Restart Windows With the Alt + F4 Shortcut\nYou can also restart your PC easily by accessing the Shut Down Windows dialog. Here are the steps you need to follow:\n\n1. Press **Win + D** to quickly navigate to your Desktop.\n2. Press **Alt + F4** on your keyboard to summon the **Shut Down Windows** dialog.\n3. Use the drop-down menu to select **Restart** and click **OK**.\n   ![Shut Down Windows Dialog Box](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Shut-Down-Windows-Dialog-Box.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n   \n   Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nAside from the above, you can also use the Shut Down Windows dialog to put your PC to sleep, shut it down, or hibernate it.\n\n## 5\\. How to Restart Windows via the Command Prompt\nIf you’re an avid Windows user who’s familiar with the command prompt utility, you can also restart your PC by running a command. Here’s how:\n\n1. Click the **search** icon on the taskbar to open the search menu.\n2. Type **cmd** and select **Run as administrator**.\n3. Run the following command in the console to restart your PC:\n   ```\n           shutdown -r\n   ```\n\nWhen the warning message appears, click **Close**. Your PC will shut down and restart in 60 seconds.\n\n![Restart Windows Computer Using Command Prompt](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Restart-Windows-Computer-Using-Command-Prompt.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n\nScreenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nIf you want to cancel the restart at any point during the 60-second period, use the following command:\n```\n        shutdown \/a\n```\nIf you're interested in learning more about such tricks, be sure to check out [the Windows Command Prompt commands you must know](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/15-cmd-commands-every-windows-user-know\/).\n\n## 6\\. How to Restart Windows From the Login Screen\nYou don’t necessarily have to sign in to your Windows computer to restart it. Windows also gives you the option to restart your PC from the login screen or lock screen.\n\nWhen you are on the Windows login or lock screen, click the **power** icon in the bottom right corner and select **Restart** from the menu that appears.\n\n![Restart Windows Computer From Login or Lock Screen](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/restart-windows-computer-from-login-or-lock-screen.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n\nScreenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n## 7\\. How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to Restart Windows\nYou may be using desktop shortcuts on Windows to quickly access your applications, files, and folders. But did you know you could also create a desktop shortcut to restart your computer? It's actually quite simple to set up.\n\n1. Right-click on an empty spot on your desktop and select **New \\> Shortcut**.\n2. In the **Create Shortcut** window, type **Shutdown -r -t 00** in the text field.\n3. Click **Next**.\n4. Enter a suitable name for your shortcut and click on **Finish**.\n   ![Create Desktop Shortcut to Restart Windows Computer](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Create-Desktop-Shortcut-to-Restart-Windows-Computer.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n   \n   Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nOnce you have created a desktop shortcut, you can double-click it to quickly restart your computer. Optionally, you can change the icon for your newly created shortcut to make it more distinguishable. Check out our guide on [how to customize icons on Windows](https:\/\/www.makeuseof.com\/tag\/customize-icon-windows\/) for more information on this.\n\n## 8\\. How to Use the Emergency Restart Feature in Windows\nWindows also provides a secret Emergency restart option that can be useful if your PC freezes or if the above suggestions do not work. Microsoft recommends using this option only as a last resort.\n\nTo use the Emergency restart feature on Windows:\n\n1. Press **Ctrl + Alt + Delete** on your keyboard.\n2. Press and hold the **Ctrl** key and click the **power** icon in the bottom right corner.\n3. Click **OK** when the Emergency restart prompt appears.\n   ![Perform an Emergency Restart on Windows](https:\/\/static1.makeuseofimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/perform-an-emergency-restart-on-windows.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5)\n   \n   Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required\n\nOnce you complete the above steps, your PC will reboot.\n\n## How Do You Prefer to Restart Your Windows PC?\nNow you know several ways to restart your Windows PC. All of them are quick and easy to execute. 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Boilerpipe Text	Restarting your Windows computer is one of the most popular ways to fix any temporary system glitches. At times, you may also need to restart your system to install a Windows Update or apply registry changes. Whatever the case may be, restarting your Windows PC is quite easy, as it should be. And it is a good idea to learn all of the methods, as a Windows error or glitch may sometimes prevent you from using a specific method, forcing you to take another route Here we show you eight different ways to restart your Windows computer. The easiest and most well-known way to restart a Windows computer is through the Start menu. Here are the steps you need to follow. Click the Start icon on the taskbar or press the Win key to open the Start menu. Click the power icon in the bottom right corner. Select Restart from the menu that appears. And voila! Your PC will reboot. The Windows Power User menu provides quick access to some of the most important features and utilities. It also gives you the option to restart or shut down your Windows PC . To restart Windows using the Power User menu: Right-click on the Start icon or use the Win + X keyboard shortcut to access the Power User menu. Select Shut down or sign out > Restart . As soon as you do this, your PC will reboot. Another way to restart your Windows PC is through the Ctrl + Alt + Delete menu. It's likely your best option if the Start menu is not working . Start by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard to open the options screen. Then, click the power icon in the bottom right corner, and select Restart from the list. Your PC will restart immediately. 4. How to Restart Windows With the Alt + F4 Shortcut You can also restart your PC easily by accessing the Shut Down Windows dialog. Here are the steps you need to follow: Press Win + D to quickly navigate to your Desktop. Press Alt + F4 on your keyboard to summon the Shut Down Windows dialog. Use the drop-down menu to select Restart and click OK . Aside from the above, you can also use the Shut Down Windows dialog to put your PC to sleep, shut it down, or hibernate it. 5. How to Restart Windows via the Command Prompt If you’re an avid Windows user who’s familiar with the command prompt utility, you can also restart your PC by running a command. Here’s how: Click the search icon on the taskbar to open the search menu. Type cmd and select Run as administrator . Run the following command in the console to restart your PC: shutdown -r When the warning message appears, click Close . Your PC will shut down and restart in 60 seconds. If you want to cancel the restart at any point during the 60-second period, use the following command: shutdown /a If you're interested in learning more about such tricks, be sure to check out the Windows Command Prompt commands you must know . 6. How to Restart Windows From the Login Screen You don’t necessarily have to sign in to your Windows computer to restart it. Windows also gives you the option to restart your PC from the login screen or lock screen. When you are on the Windows login or lock screen, click the power icon in the bottom right corner and select Restart from the menu that appears. 7. How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to Restart Windows You may be using desktop shortcuts on Windows to quickly access your applications, files, and folders. But did you know you could also create a desktop shortcut to restart your computer? It's actually quite simple to set up. Right-click on an empty spot on your desktop and select New > Shortcut . In the Create Shortcut window, type Shutdown -r -t 00 in the text field. Click Next . Enter a suitable name for your shortcut and click on Finish . Once you have created a desktop shortcut, you can double-click it to quickly restart your computer. Optionally, you can change the icon for your newly created shortcut to make it more distinguishable. Check out our guide on how to customize icons on Windows for more information on this. 8. How to Use the Emergency Restart Feature in Windows Windows also provides a secret Emergency restart option that can be useful if your PC freezes or if the above suggestions do not work. Microsoft recommends using this option only as a last resort. To use the Emergency restart feature on Windows: Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard. Press and hold the Ctrl key and click the power icon in the bottom right corner. Click OK when the Emergency restart prompt appears. Once you complete the above steps, your PC will reboot. How Do You Prefer to Restart Your Windows PC? Now you know several ways to restart your Windows PC. All of them are quick and easy to execute. You can pick the one that is most convenient for you. In addition to the aforementioned methods, you can also remotely restart your Windows computer.
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Select Restart from the menu that appears. ![Restart Windows Computer From Start Menu](https://static1.makeuseofimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Restart-Windows-Computer-From-Start-Menu.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5) Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required And voila! Your PC will reboot. ## 2\. How to Restart Windows Using the Power User Menu The [Windows Power User menu](https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-power-menu-guide/) provides quick access to some of the most important features and utilities. It also gives you the option to restart or [shut down your Windows PC](https://www.makeuseof.com/windows-11-how-to-shut-down/). To restart Windows using the Power User menu: 1. Right-click on the Start icon or use the Win + X keyboard shortcut to access the Power User menu. 2. Select Shut down or sign out \> Restart. ![Restart Option in Power User Menu](https://static1.makeuseofimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Restart-Windows-Computer-From-Power-User-Menu.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5) Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required As soon as you do this, your PC will reboot. ## 3\. How to Use the Ctrl + Alt + Delete Menu to Restart Windows Another way to restart your Windows PC is through the Ctrl + Alt + Delete menu. It's likely your best option if the [Start menu is not working](https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/fix-windows-10-start-menu/). Start by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard to open the options screen. Then, click the power icon in the bottom right corner, and select Restart from the list. Your PC will restart immediately. ![Restart Windows From Ctrl Alt Del Screen](https://static1.makeuseofimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/restart-windows-from-ctrl-alt-del-screen.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5) Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required ## 4\. How to Restart Windows With the Alt + F4 Shortcut You can also restart your PC easily by accessing the Shut Down Windows dialog. Here are the steps you need to follow: 1. Press Win + D to quickly navigate to your Desktop. 2. Press Alt + F4 on your keyboard to summon the Shut Down Windows dialog. 3. Use the drop-down menu to select Restart and click OK. ![Shut Down Windows Dialog Box](https://static1.makeuseofimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Shut-Down-Windows-Dialog-Box.jpg?q=50&fit=crop&w=825&dpr=1.5) Screenshot by Pankil Shah -- No attribution required Aside from the above, you can also use the Shut Down Windows dialog to put your PC to sleep, shut it down, or hibernate it. ## 5\. How to Restart Windows via the Command Prompt If you’re an avid Windows user who’s familiar with the command prompt utility, you can also restart your PC by running a command. Here’s how: 1. Click the search icon on the taskbar to open the search menu. 2. Type cmd and select Run as administrator. 3. Run the following command in the console to restart your PC: ``` shutdown -r ``` When the warning message appears, click Close. 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