How to enable safe mode in Windows

1. Depending on your operating system, do one of the following:
   • Windows 10: Search for and open Recovery options.
   • Windows 8: Search for and open PC Settings. Click Update & recovery, and then click Recovery.
2. Under Advanced startup, click Restart now.
3. Click Troubleshoot.
   
4. Click Advanced options.
5. Depending on your operating system, do one of the following:
   • Windows 10: Click See more recovery options, and then click Startup Settings.
   • Windows 8: Click Startup Settings.
6. Click Restart.
   
   The computer restarts, and another Startup Settings screen opens showing a list of different startup options.
7. Choose the Safe Mode option you want from the Startup Settings menu:
   • Press the F4 key for Enable Safe Mode. Safe Mode starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services.
   • Press the F5 key for Enable Safe Mode with Networking. Safe Mode with Networking starts Windows in Safe Mode and allows access to the Internet and your network.
   • Press the F6 key for Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt. Safe Mode with Command Prompt starts Windows in Safe Mode with a Command Prompt. Typically, only IT professionals use this mode.
   
8. Sign in to the computer with your account name and password.

   NOTE: 

   You need to enter your Windows account name and password to log on in Safe Mode. You cannot log in using another method, such as a Personal Identification Number (PIN) or a fingerprint reader.

   The computer opens in Safe Mode.
9. When finished troubleshooting, exit Safe Mode by clicking Start.
10. Click Power, then select Restart.
    The computer starts normally.