Computers have changed the way we interact with our surroundings. However, over time, they have become so complex that it’s almost impossible for a normal Joe to navigate through the technical problems one might face. One of those problems is encountering the message, “Undoing Changes made to your computer”. This frustrating problem has been occurring for quite some time. For this reason, we have brought you some tips on how you can deal with this problem and take control of your computer.
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Why Do You See “Undoing Changes Made to Your PC?”
The “undoing changes made to your PC” message usually occurs when your Microsoft Windows updates get corrupted or interrupted. The most common causes are sudden power loss, insufficient disk space, corrupt system files or a conflict with any third-party software during the updating process. For instance, if your PC or laptop suddenly loses power during an update, maybe due to a low battery, the installation will probably fail and might trigger the system to undo some of the changes made during the updating process.
Steps to Resolve the Issue
When your system shows “undoing changes made to your computer” on the screen, waiting is probably the best way to resolve it. Generally, the process takes somewhere between 30 and 60 minutes. However, if the system stays stuck for 2-3 hours, it might be a problem. In such a case, you have to hard start your computer. To do that, long-press the power button for approximately 10 seconds and then start your PC. If the problem still persists, you might have to boot it in safe mode.
Booting into Safe Mode
If even after doing the above process, your system still shows “undoing changes made to your computer,” booting into safe mode is your best bet. To boot your device into safe mode, you have to repeat the process three times. The process is simple: Just press and hold the power button when the Windows logo appears on the screen. Repeating this process three times will trigger the automatic repair screen. Now, to enter safe mode, navigate to Troubleshoot> Advanced Options> Startup Settings and then press F4 to enter safe mode. Now the task is simple, just uninstall the latest files and you will be good to go. To delete the files, open the Control Panel, go to Programs> Uninstall a Program> View Installed Updates, and remove the recent updates. Voila, you are free to use your system in normal mode, and you will no longer see “undoing changes made to your computer” anymore.
Take Control of Your PC
Now that you know how to deal with “undoing changes made to your computer”, you can take full control of your PC. These methods are useful for many Windows variants like Windows 10 and Windows 11. Also, to prevent such instances in future, ensure that your desktop has a UPS to sustain the system until the update is complete. However, if you have a laptop, the prevention is easy: just don’t update your system if your battery is drained. We hope you found this blog useful. Tradeflock is one of India’s leading business magazines, and we provide our readers with the most useful and unheard-of insights from various industries and leaders.
