How do I wipe my HP Envy laptop?

To completely wipe your HP Envy laptop and return it to its factory settings, you will need to perform a full factory reset using the built-in Windows recovery options. Here's how you can do that:

Steps to Reset Your HP Envy Laptop

1. Access Reset Options:

   • Restart your HP Envy laptop.
   • As it restarts, you will see the "Choose an option" screen.
   • Select Troubleshoot.

2. Initiate the Reset:

   • On the "Troubleshoot" screen, click on Reset this PC.

3. Choose Reset Option:

   • You will be presented with two options. Choose Remove everything to perform a full factory reset. This will erase all personal files, settings, and applications. It effectively wipes your laptop to the original state.

   • Note: Be sure you have backed up any important data before doing this. The "Remove everything" option is irreversible and will permanently erase all your files and personal data.

Here’s a summary in table format:

Step	Action
1. Access Options	Restart the Laptop, Go to "Choose an option" and select Troubleshoot
2. Initiate Reset	Select "Reset this PC"
3. Choose Wipe Option	Select "Remove everything"

By following these steps, you'll wipe your HP Envy laptop clean, effectively performing a factory reset. This is helpful if you're selling your laptop, experiencing major software issues, or simply want to start fresh.