Unable to reinstall Windows.
Unable to reinstall Windows.
I’ve used both Windows and Linux on dual boot. Earlier, I removed the Linux partition to do a fresh Windows install. After finishing, it wouldn’t boot into Windows. Then I reinstalled Linux again to create a bootable USB. Now when I try to boot from that USB, there’s just a flashing pointer in the top left corner. Could anyone assist me? I’m not very familiar with Linux.
I don't have access to your system details, so I can't determine the Linux distribution you're using. Please let me know if you'd like help with something else!
You're asking about the boot menu and how to select a system. It seems you want clarification on whether the dual-boot window appears, if pressing F1-F12 works, and if using the boot options or Esc/Shift helps. If the Windows Boot Manager shows up, you should boot from that interface.
I used Windows formatting to check compatibility. The dual-boot display isn’t showing up, so it’s launching directly into Linux.
If you have time, recreate the drive with Windows Media Creator USB Tool, then set up Linux and mark [Install Ubuntu alongside Windows Boot Manager] during installation. Follow the instructions carefully to reach the Dual Boot screen. If it launches directly to Windows, enter BIOS [F1-F12], locate boot options, and select Linux as your preferred OS—adjust based on your BIOS version. When help is needed, refer to YouTube tutorials. If the Dual Boot screen fails to appear, you likely formatted the Windows partition by accident. In that case, resize the partitions yourself. Edited May 30, 2020 by George Vella I added the final line.