How to enable or disable Windows 10 Fast Startup with Regedit?
Windows 10 handles fast startup by default. However, when we notice that the computer does starts more slowly, it is worth returning on traditional startup to check how the system starts up.
Next, we explain what the editor of record, Windows Quick Start, and the steps you need to follow to turn this feature on or off.
What is regedit in Windows?
Regedit is a file that references the editor of the Windows registry. This saves all operating system settings and hardware and software configurations installed on your computer. Regedit makes it easy to view entries, as well as to edit and modify some corresponding values with certain registers.
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What is regedit for?
Regedit is used to manage Windows 10 logs by accessing its directories and subdirectories. In addition, it stores default values that ensure the proper functioning of applications and devices connected to your computer.
Registry Editor utilities include the ability to add new log entries, import and export settings established in the system.
How does regedit work?
When the regedit file is run, the editor of record is displayed with a folder outline on the left of the window. If you select the + sign under each folder, you will see a series of subfolders that can be expanded to view their contents.
What is Quick Start?
Il Quick Start or Hybrid Start is a Windows 10 feature that allows the system to boot faster than the time it takes for a traditional or cold boot. This feature is enabled by default, although users can disable it if needed.
Why enable Windows 10 Fast Startup with Regedit?
When we activate the quick Launch, the system saves the drivers and the kernel during shutdown so that the computer can load these components into memory and generate a faster boot.
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Steps to enable Windows 10 Fast Startup with Regedit
If for some reason your system shuts down and powers on slowly, you can follow the steps below to enable fast boot in Windows 10.
- Step 1: access the registry editor from the Windows start menu. In the "Run" window type regedit and press the "Enter" or "Enter" key.
- Step 2: when you enter the registry editor you will see a window containing folders on the left side and a panel on the right side. Locate the directory HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, press click + and you will see “SYSTEM”. Then, go to “CurrentControlSet”, then “Control” and “SessionManager”. Pressing + will find the folder "Power".
- Step 3: on the right of the panel you will find a value called “HiberbootEnabled”. Double-click on it and change its value to 1 to enable Quick Launch.
If for any reason you are having trouble making the change, you need to know how to get permissions to edit the Windows registry, which should allow you to make the required changes.
Disable Windows 10 Fast Startup
If you want to disable fast startup in Windows 10 instead, you have to follow the two steps mentioned above to be able to access the subdirectory "Power". So, go to the value “HiperbootEnabled” and change its value to 0. This will disable this feature and the system will perform a cold boot.
After you are done, it is advisable to use tools like Ccleaner to clean your PC, also this application has the option of clean the registry, very useful for what we have done previously.
