Cortana: reset settings - how it works

If you would like to start again with Cortana, you can simply reset the settings of the voice assistant. We'll show you how.

Reset: Reset Cortana settings

Several invisible files must be removed to reset the settings. To save you the hassle, you can hand over the work on a small tool.

1. First, download the free Cortana Helper Tool.
2. If you select the "Portable Version" above, you do not have to install anything.
3. Open the ZIP file and start the "CortanaHelperTool64.exe" or "CortanaHelperTool32.exe" file.
4. Which file you need depends on whether you are using a 32-bit or 64-bit system.
5. Simply click on the "Reset Cortana" button and the settings will be reset.

In the next practical tip we will show you how to dictate and write an email with Cortana.