How to Restart Your Computer Using Keyboard Only

If you are unable to use a mouse or prefer to restart your computer using only the keyboard, there are several methods you can use. These methods rely on keyboard shortcuts, the command line, or the Run dialog box.

For Windows Systems


Method 1: Using the Windows Key Menu

  1. Press Ctrl + Esc or the Windows key to open the Start menu.
  2. Use the tab key to navigate to the Power button.
  3. Press Enter to open the Power options menu.`
  4. Use the arrow keys to select Restart and press Enter.


Method 2: Using Alt + F4

  1. Use Windows Key + D to minimize all windows and access the desktop.
  2. When on the desktop, press Alt + F4 to bring up the shutdown options.
  3. Use the arrow keys to select Restart from the dropdown list.
  4. Press Enter to confirm.


Method 3: Using Ctrl + Alt + Del

  1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del simultaneously.
  2. Use the Tab key to navigate to the Power icon in the bottom-right corner.
  3. Press Enter to open the Power options menu.
  4. Use the arrow keys to select Restart and press Enter.


Method 4: Using Windows Key + X, U, R

  1. Press Windows Key + X to open the Quick Access Menu.
  2. Press U to select the "Shut down or sign out" menu.
  3. Press R to restart the computer.

Method 5: Using the Run Dialog

  1. Open the Run dialog by pressing Windows Key + R.
  2. Type the following command:
    shutdown -r -t 0
    • -r: Restarts the computer.
    • -t 0: Specifies a time delay of 0 seconds before restarting.
  3. Press Enter, and the computer will restart immediately.

Method 6: Using the Command Prompt (CMD)

  1. Open the Command Prompt:
    • Press Windows Key + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
  2. Type the following command:
    shutdown -r -t 0
    • -r: Restarts the computer.
    • -t 0: Specifies a time delay of 0 seconds before restarting.
  3. Press Enter, and the computer will restart immediately.

Method 6: Restarting From Task Manager

  1. Open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc.
  2. Press Alt + F to open the File menu.
  3. Use the arrow keys to select Run new task and press Enter.
  4. Type the following command in the dialog box:
    shutdown -r -t 0
    • -r: Restarts the computer.
    • -t 0: Specifies a time delay of 0 seconds before restarting.
  5. Press Enter, and the system will restart.

For Linux Systems

  1. Open the terminal using a shortcut like Ctrl + Alt + T.
  2. Type the command:
    sudo reboot
    
  3. Press Enter, and if prompted, enter your password.


For macOS Systems

  1. Press Ctrl + Power (or Ctrl + Eject on older Macs).
  2. Use the arrow keys to select Restart and press Enter.

These methods ensure you can restart your computer efficiently using only the keyboard, regardless of the situation.

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