Booting into Safe Mode in Windows 11 can be helpful when you’re troubleshooting issues because it loads the operating system with a minimal set of drivers and services. Here’s how you can access Safe Mode in Windows 11:

1. From the Start Menu:
   • Click on the Start button.
   • Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard.
   • While holding Shift, click on the Power icon.
   • Select “Restart.”
   This will restart your computer and present you with the Advanced Startup Options.
2. From the Sign-In Screen:
   • On the sign-in screen, click on the Power icon.
   • Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard.
   • While holding Shift, click on “Restart.”
3. Using System Configuration (msconfig):
   • Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type msconfig and press Enter.
   • In the System Configuration window, go to the “Boot” tab.
   • Under “Boot options,” check the box next to “Safe boot.”
   • Choose the type of Safe Mode you want (Minimal, Network, or Command Prompt).
   • Click “Apply” and then “OK.”
   • You’ll be prompted to restart your computer to apply the changes.
   To exit Safe Mode, repeat the above steps but uncheck the “Safe boot” option.
4. Using Command Prompt:
   • Open Command Prompt with administrative privileges. Right-click on the Start button, select “Command Prompt (Admin)” or “Windows PowerShell (Admin).”
   • Type the following command and press Enter:
     • bcdedit /set safeboot minimal
   • Restart your computer.
   • To exit Safe Mode, open Command Prompt with administrative privileges again and type the following command, then restart your computer.
     • bcdedit /deletevalue safeboot
5. Using Windows Settings:
   • Open Settings (Win + I).
   • Go to “System” and then “Recovery.”
   • Under “Advanced startup,” click “Restart now.”
   • In the Advanced Startup Options, click “Troubleshoot” > “Advanced options” > “Startup Settings” > “Restart.”
   • Press the appropriate function key (usually F4 or F5) to boot into Safe Mode.

Please note that Safe Mode is intended to help diagnose and fix problems with your device. It starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services, so some features may not be available. If you are unable to resolve the issue using Safe Mode, you may need to contact Microsoft support or consult a professional technician.