How do I reset environment variables in Windows?

How do I reset environment variables in Windows?

To reset environment variables in Windows, you can follow these steps: 1. Right-click on 'This PC' or 'Computer' and select 'Properties'. 2. Click on 'Advanced system settings'. 3. In the System Properties window, click on the 'Environment Variables' button. 4. Here, you can edit or delete existing variables. To reset to default, you may need to manually remove custom entries.

Is there a way to reset them to default values?

Windows does not provide a direct 'reset to default' option for environment variables. You would need to manually remove any custom variables and restore the default ones if you have them documented.

What if I want to set a new environment variable?

To set a new environment variable, go to the 'Environment Variables' window, click 'New' under either 'User variables' or 'System variables', then enter the variable name and value.

Can I do this using the command line?

Yes, you can use the command line to set environment variables. Use the command setx VARIABLE_NAME "value" to create or modify a variable.