How to Reset Recall Feature in Windows 11
You reset the Recall feature in Windows 11 by deleting all its stored snapshots and returning its settings to their default state.
Recall, part of Windows 11’s Copilot+ PC experience, acts as a searchable history of your PC activity, capturing screenshots of what you see on your screen.
This feature, typically found on devices with Snapdragon processors, helps you find past information quickly without remembering exact locations.
Resetting Recall is a straightforward process that effectively wipes your recorded history clean, letting you start anew.
How to Reset Recall in 🪟 Windows 11
Follow these simple steps to reset Recall on your PC:
- Open Windows Settings: Click the Start menu (the Windows icon at the bottom left), then click Settings. Or press Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings directly.
- Go to Privacy & Security: In the Settings window, look at the menu on the left side and click Privacy & security.
- Select Recall & Snapshots: On the right side, find and click on the Recall & snapshots section.
- Open Advanced Settings: Inside the Recall & snapshots page, click on Advanced settings to see more options.
- Click Reset Recall: Find and click the Reset Recall button.
- Confirm the Reset: A prompt will appear asking if you want to reset. Click Reset to finish.
After this, your Recall feature will be reset. You can close the Settings app.
Summary
- Open Settings: Use Start menu or press ⊞ Win+I.
- Go to Privacy & Security: Find Recall & snapshots settings.
- Reset Recall: Click Advanced settings then Reset Recall.
- Confirm: Click Reset when asked.
- Manage Snapshots: After reset, you can start using Recall fresh or pause it anytime.
Resetting Recall helps you keep your snapped content organized and protects your privacy by removing all saved snapshots. For more details, check out the full guide here: How to Reset Recall in Windows 11.
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