How to turn Fast Startup On or Off in Windows 10

Description: This article will show how to disable fast startup. Fast startup may allow your computer to start up quicker after a full shutdown. However, in some cases with startup issues it may be best to disable this option to try to resolve those issues.

  1. Right click on the Start button then select Power Options.
    Quick Access Menu, Power Options
  2. Select Additional power settings in the Related settings section.
    Settings, Power and Sleep, Additional power settings
  3. On the Power Options menu, select Choose what the power buttons do.
    Power Options, Choose what the power buttons do
  4. On the next screen, select Change settings that are currently unavailable.
    Power Options, System Settings
  5. Under Shutdown settings, check the box to toggle fast startup on or off. Choose Save changes if necessary.
    Shutdown settings, turn on fast startup

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