How can I reset Ubuntu to its original installation state?

2 years ago
Jackson Davis
1 minute

To reset your Ubuntu system to its original installation state, you can follow these steps:

  1. Backup important data: Prior to resetting the system, make sure to back up your important data to avoid any loss.
  2. Reboot and enter recovery mode: Restart the computer and press the Shift key during startup to access the GRUB menu. Select Advanced Options, then choose Recovery Mode.
  3. After entering recovery mode, select the “dpkg Repair broken packages” and “Clean” options in the menu.
  4. Restore the system to its initial state: Run the following command in the terminal to install a tool that can help you reset the system.
sudo apt-get install --reinstall ubuntu-desktop
sudo apt-get install --reinstall unity
sudo apt-get remove --purge nvidia*
sudo apt-get autoremove
  1. Restart the system: After completing the steps above, restart the system and your system will return to its initial installation state.

Please note that these steps will reset the system settings and default installed software packages, but will not delete your personal files. If you need to completely wipe and reinstall the system, you may consider using the Ubuntu installation disc or USB drive to reinstall the system.

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