Instructions on how to install Windows from USB

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Want to install Windows? Maybe you're making a switch from Linux operating system or maybe you just want to reinstall to clean the computer and everything works more smoothly.

Whatever your reason, installing Windows is a simple task. You just need to get a copy of the installation files from the Windows website, then run it on your computer. You can also run the file directly from your hard drive or use a portable USB stick. Let's TipsMake.com learn how to install Windows from USB in this article offline!

Using USB is more appropriate if you often have to reinstall the operating system or you need to install software on multiple machines.

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How to install Windows from USB?

Using USB to install Windows is easy. You only need to follow the instructions below:

1. Plug the USB stick into your computer. It needs at least 4GB of memory and must be formatted before use.

2. Navigate to microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10.

3. Click Download tool now to get a copy of Windows 10 installation.

4. Run the downloaded file.

5. When prompted, select Create installation media .

6. The next screen will ask you which media you want to use to install. Select USB flash drive .

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7. Installation media will download and save to USB.

8. Click Finish .

9. Put the computer you want to install Windows to boot from USB. This can often be achieved from the computer's BIOS menu. The exact instructions will differ between manufacturers.

10. Insert the USB stick and restart the computer.

11. Follow the installation instructions on the screen.

Note: Currently updating on Windows has a blue screen error so please slowly update!

Have you used USB to install Windows? Is the operation smooth? You can share your story in the comment section below.

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