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How to Fix the EFI Bootloader on Windows 11: 9 Easy Steps
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Updated onJuly 19, 2024
updated onJuly 19, 2024
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The EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) Bootloader refers to aseries of files on UEFI systemsthat tells a computer how to boot. This is a very important function.
A malfunctioning EFI Bootloader can cause problems like having your computer boot very slowly. It is possible to fix this error, and the good news is that it’s easy to do.
What causes the EFI Bootloader error?
Problems with the EFI Bootloader are rare and don’t happen often, but it’s important to identify what causes them so you can be prepared if they do occur.
How can I fix the EFI Bootloader?
There are several ways to fix the EFI Bootloader on Windows 11, ranging from quick and easy solutions to slightly more complex ones.
1. Use Start-up Repair
2. Reassign the drive letter
3. Boot from the installation media
If you want to know how to create Windows 11 installation media, check out our guide on theWindows Media Creation tool. It’s free for everyone to use, and it’s pretty easy to do.
4. Repair if you don’t have installation media
5. Run Command Prompt
What can I do if booting Windows 11 is still really slow?
So if you’re still experiencing slow boot-up even after fixing EFI Bootloader, there are several things that you can still do. First, you canfree up some disk spaceon your hard drive.
Uninstalling unnecessary apps and deleting temporary files are the best ways to clear up space. Doing so should improve drive performance resulting in a speedier launch.
We also recommendtesting your hard drives with diagnostic softwarelike IoIo System Mechanic Pro to make sure that they’re running properly so you won’t experience any slowdown.
Feel free to comment below if you have questions about other important system functions. Also, leave comments about reviews you’d like to see or information on other Windows 11 features.
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Cesar Cadenas
Networking & Security Specialist
Cesar has been writing for and about technology going on for 6 years when he first started writing tech articles for his university paper. Since then, his passion for technology blossomed into a prosperous writing career. He first started writing about tech in the entertainment world and would later move on to write about smart life tech and social media. He was recently a Technical Writer for tech company Extron where he wrote user guides for audio and video equipment.
He has since moved on to being a freelance writer looking to have a career in copywriting and hopes to share his love and knowledge of technology with the world. Recently, Cesar has written for the cryptocurrency news site, BTCPro and helping people understand tech.
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Cesar Cadenas
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Cesar is a tech expert passionate about Windows, Microsoft, and anything surrounding the world of PCs.
