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How to List Windows 11 System Restore Points

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Feb 23, 2023 Updated Apr 16, 2026 3 min read

How to List Windows 11 System Restore Points

This guide explains how to view the System Restore points saved on your Windows 11 computer.

Why do this? Sometimes your computer runs into errors after a new update or a software installation. Knowing how to see your restore points helps you identify if you have a safe “checkpoint” to return to.

What happens when done? You will see a list of dates and times when your computer saved its settings, allowing you to choose a point in time to undo recent changes.

When a drive is added to System protection, Windows creates restore points so you can revert unneeded changes and go back to a previous good state. A restore point is a snapshot of your computer that Windows saves to help you fix problems if a disaster happens. Windows creates these automatically every 24 hours, though you can change this setting if Windows doesn’t skip creating restore points.

How to see restore points in Settings

Open the Windows Settings app. You can do this by clicking the Start menu and selecting Settings, or by pressing Windows + I on your keyboard.
Go to System, then click About.
Click the System protection link.

Windows system protection link on about page

In the window that opens, click the System Restore button.

Windows system protection system restore button

Check the box that says Show more restore points. You will now see a list of dates you can choose from to revert your computer.

How to see restore points using commands

You can also use the Windows PowerShell or Command Prompt to see these points.

Note: You must open the Windows Terminal app as an administrator to run these commands.

If you are using the PowerShell tab, type this command:

Get-ComputerRestorePoint | Format-Table -AutoSize

If you are using the Command Prompt tab, type this command:

PowerShell Get-ComputerRestorePoint^|Format-Table -AutoSize

The system will display a table showing the date, time, and description of each saved point.

Summary

You can view your Windows 11 restore points through the Settings menu or by using command-line tools. These restore points act as a safety net, allowing you to roll back your computer to a healthy state if you encounter serious system errors or unwanted changes.

How can I check my Windows 11 system restore points?

You can check your system restore points by opening the Windows Settings app, navigating to System -> About, and clicking on the System Protection link. From there, click the System Restore button to view available restore points.

What is a system restore point in Windows 11?

A system restore point is a snapshot of your computer's system files and settings at a specific time. It allows you to revert your computer to a previous state in case of issues or unwanted changes.

Can I create a restore point manually in Windows 11?

Yes, you can create a restore point manually by going to the System Protection settings in Windows. Click on the Create button in the System Properties window to save a new restore point.

How do I list restore points using PowerShell in Windows 11?

To list restore points using PowerShell, open the Windows Terminal as an administrator and type the command 'Get-ComputerRestorePoint | Format-Table -AutoSize'. This will display all available restore points in a table format.

What should I do if I don't see any restore points in Windows 11?

If you don't see any restore points, it may be because System Protection is turned off for your drive. You can enable it by going to System Protection settings and configuring the protection for your system drive.

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