So how do you fix 'Windows was not properly shut down' and make Windows 10/8/7 work normally? Follow the methods in the next part for help. As a result, it may cause errors that will prevent your computer from shutting down. With Fast Startup enabled, your computer won't shut down fully. Tip Fast Startup, also known as Hybrid Shutdown, is designed to reduce the start and shutdown time of PC. Why is my PC not shutting down? Why my Windows 10 won't shut down? Check the causes as listed below, you'll learn what is stopping your PC or Windows 10 from shutting down: Why Windows 11 or Windows 10 Won't Shut Down
Full stepsīoot PC from Safe Mode and change BIOS settings (in Fix 5 and 6). Enter Safe Mode, Cancel Automatically Restartīoot PC to Safe Mode, open sysdm.cpl, uncheck 'Automatically restart'.
Type troubleshoot in search > Select 'Troubleshoot'. Run Command Prompt as administrator > Enter: shutdown /s /f /t 0. Open Power & sleep settings > Additional power settings > Choose what the power buttons do.
