How to Delete Chrome OS Flex and Reinstall Windows [Two Methods]

If you get tired of Chrome OS Flex, you’re free to uninstall it.

However, Google hasnt specified any official method to remove Chrome OS Flex.

Here,MiniTooltells you how todelete Chrome OS Flex and reinstall Windowsstep by step.

Furthermore, it adds multiple features and apps like Google Assistant, Smart Lock, Instant Tethering, etc.

All existing data that is currently on the machine will be erased after youinstall Chrome OS Flex.

Whats worse, it cant be recovered forever.

However, you may want to remove Chrome OS Flex due to some reasons.

Besides, Chrome OS Flex devices dont support dual-boot.

Hence, you have to remove Chrome OS Flex and install Windows if you want to try other systems.

How to delete Chrome OS Flex and reinstall Windows?

There are 2 ways to do that.

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#1.

Delete Chrome OS Flex and Reinstall Windows via Bootable Drive

Google doesnt offer steps to uninstall Chrome OS Flex.

Heres the full guide to uninstall Chrome OS Flex and reinstall Windows.

Alternatively, you might also get the ISO file fromWindows ISO Downloader.

According to your needs, go for the given links to download the Windows ISO file.

Step 1:Move to the official website of Chromebook Recovery Utility and then click theAdd to Chromebutton.

The button can be found at the upper right corner or the bottom section of the web page.

You may be prompted with the window below after clicking on the icon of the utility.

As the notice states, Chromebook Recovery Utility is no longer supported.

If you receive this window, clickOpen anywayto continue.

Step 3:In theChromebook Recovery Utilitywindow, clickGet startedto move on.

Connect a USB flash drive or SD card to your system.

After that, clickOpen.

Step 6:After choosing your USB drive or SD card from the drop-down menu, choose theContinuebutton.

Step 7:ClickCreate nowand then the Chromebook Recovery Utility will automatically create a recovery image for you.

Step 8:After the recovery media is made successfully, clickDoneto finish the process.

Therefore, you oughta back up your important data before installing the new system.

The boot key varies depending on computer manufacturers (brands) and models.

Here are the boot keys of common computer brands.

Step 3:Choose theUSB driveon the boot menu and hitEnterto confirm the operation.

Step 4:Then you will see the Windows Installer on the screen.

You just need to clickInstall now.

Step 5:TapI dont have a product keyon the next window.

Step 6:ClickCustom: Install Windows only (advanced).

If there are multiple sections, hit them and tapDelete.

When there is only one partition left, press it and clickCreateto create the partitions needed to run Windows.

Step 8:After you clickNext, your Windows system will get installed on your machine.

Step 9:When the installation process ends, your PC will restart and boot into the setup screen.

Then follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Microsoft account.

Now, the process to uninstall Chrome OS Flex and install Windows ends.

you could enjoy the newly installed Windows system freely.

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#2.

ItsMigrate OS to SSD/HDDfeature enables you to migrate a proper running system to an SSD/HDD.

Besides, you will uninstall Chrome OS Flex during the migration process.

Heres the tutorial on how to uninstall Chrome OS Flex and install Windows via MiniTool Partition Wizard.

Step 1:Connect the hard drive with Chrome OS Flex installed to a running Windows PC.

Step 4:Choose a migration method from the given options and then clickNext.

As you only need to move the system to the connected drive, you should pick the second option.

Step 5:snag the destination disk in the next window and hit theNextbutton to continue.

Here, you should choose the newly connected hard disk.

All the data including the Chrome OS Flex on the destination disk would be deleted during the migration process.

If you have backed up the data, clickYesto confirm the operation.

Step 6:Configure copy options based on your needs and clickNext.

Step 7:After reading the boot note, clickFinishto save changes.

Step 8:ClickApplyto execute the operation.

Put the hard drive to your original gadget after the migration process ends.

Then boot up your system to experience the Windows system.

How to uninstall Chrome OS Flex and reinstall Windows?

Well, this post provides you with two methods.

Based on your preference, pick a method.

For any issues with MiniTool Partition Wizard, contact us by sending an email via[email protected].

We will make a reply as soon as possible.