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Windows 11 Recovery Broken? Do THIS to Bring It Back

BY npsj4
June 16, 2025
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How to Fix the "Could Not Find the Recovery Environment" Error on Windows 11

This guide addresses the issue of not being able to locate the recovery environment on Windows 11. This issue can prevent users from resetting, refreshing, or recovering their system. Here are three methods to resolve it:

Method 1: Check If the Windows Recovery Environment is Disabled

  1. Open Command Prompt:

    • Search for "Command Prompt" in the Start menu, right-click, and choose "Run as administrator".
  2. Check Status with Command:

    • Type reagentc /info and press Enter.
    • If the status shows as "Disabled", proceed to the next step.
  3. Enable Recovery Environment:

    • Type reagentc /enable and press Enter.
    • If successful, a message will read "Operation successful".
    • Restart your PC and check if recovery options are available.

Method 2: Missing or Corrupted Recovery Partition

  1. Download Windows 11 ISO:

    • Go to the official Microsoft website and download the Windows 11 ISO file.
  2. Create Bootable USB:

    • Use a tool like Rufus to create a bootable USB drive with the downloaded ISO.
  3. Boot from USB:

    • Start your computer from the USB drive.
    • Use startup repair or system restore via the boot menu to access advanced tools.

Method 3: Detailed Tutorial

  • If neither of the first two methods works, follow a detailed online tutorial or guide specifically designed to address and fix the recovery environment issue.

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    Windows 11 Recovery Broken? Do THIS to Bring It Back