However, sometimes you might need to change the default boot entry to load another OS.
In this post, we will show you three ways to change boot defaults on Windows 10/11 for you.
If you want to install two operating systems, follow instructions in this post to enjoy dual-boot.
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How to Change Default OS in Dual-Boot Windows 10/11?
The Boot tab contains options that allow you to change boot defaults.
Heres how to do it:
Step 1.

Typemsconfigand hitEnterto launchSystem Configuration.
Under theBoottab, snag the operating system that you want to make the default and then hitSet as default.
Click onApply&OKto save the changes.

After that, you will be prompted to power cycle your machine.
Click onRestartorExit without restartaccording to your needs.
To change boot defaults, you’re able to access System Properties.
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To do so:
Step 1.
Typesystempropertiesadvancedand hitEnterto openSystem Properties.
In theAdvancedsection, click onSettingsunderStartup and Recovery.
Step 4. press the drop-down menu ofDefault operating systemand snag the OS you want.
Click onOKto save the changes.
Way 3: Change Boot Defaults via Advanced Startup Options
Step 1.
Go toUpdate & Security>Recovery>Restart nowunderAdvanced startup.
In theChoose an optionscreen, click onUse another operating system.
In the boot load menu, click onChange defaults or choose other optionsat the bottom of the screen.
This post shows you how to open Advanced Startup Options on your Windows 11 computer using different methods.
Sincerely hope you might benefit from one of them!