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When your computer isn't working the way it should, one of the first places you should look is the recovery partition. This little-known section of your hard drive can help you fix a lot of common problems without having to take your computer in for repair. In this article, we will answer some common questions about how to use the recovery partition on your computer. We'll also give you some tips on how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. So don't wait - read on to learn more!

Why is my hard drive partition no longer accessible?

If you can no longer access your hard drive partition, it may be because the partition is corrupted. To fix this, you'll need to use a tool like Partition Recovery to repair the partition. If you're not sure how to do this, don't worry - we have a full guide on how to repair a corrupt hard drive partition.

How do I create a recovery partition?

You can create a recovery partition on your computer by using the Windows standard tool. Once you've created the partition, you'll need to format it as HFS+ and make sure it's set to be bootable. You can find instructions on how to do this in our full guide on how to create a recovery partition.

What should I do if my computer won't boot from the recovery partition?

If your computer won't boot from the recovery partition, it could be because the partition is corrupted. To fix this, you'll need to use a tool like DiskInternals Partition Recovery to repair the partition. If you're not sure how to do this, don't worry - we have a full guide on how to repair a corrupt hard drive partition.

I deleted my recovery partition by mistake - can I get it back?

Unfortunately, once you delete a recovery partition, it's gone for good. However, you can repair the recovery partition by using a tool like partition recovery freeware. You can find instructions on how to do this in our full guide on how to create a recovery partition.

Is it possible to make a recovery disk on external media?

Yes, it is possible to create a recovery disk on external media, such as a USB drive or an SD card. 

What if I don't have a recovery partition?

If you don't have a recovery partition, you can still access the recovery tools by booting from a USB drive or an SD card. You can use a tool like Disk Utility to create the bootable media. Once you've created the bootable media, you'll need to format it as HFS+ and make sure it's set to be bootable. You can find instructions on how to do this in our full guide on how to create a recovery partition.

How do I use the recovery tools?

Once you've accessed the recovery tools, you'll see a list of options. The options will vary depending on your computer's manufacturer, but they typically include a way to reset your computer to its factory settings and a way to troubleshoot common problems. Refer to your computer's documentation for more information on how to use the recovery tools.

What if the recovery tools don't fix my problem?

If the recovery tools don't fix your problem, you may need to take your computer in for repair. However, before you do that, we recommend trying some of our other troubleshooting guides. 

Conclusion

The recovery partition on your computer can be a valuable troubleshooting tool. In this article, we've answered some common questions about how to use the recovery partition on your computer. We've also given you some tips on how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. So don't wait - put the recovery partition to work for you today!