Go-Bio: Windows BIOS Shortcut

This repository provides a simple Windows shortcut that lets you quickly reboot your computer directly into the BIOS/UEFI settings without needing to press any special keys (like F2, Del, or Esc) during startup.

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How It Works

The shortcut uses the built-in shutdown.exe tool with special flags:

"%SystemRoot%\System32\shutdown.exe" /r /fw /t 0

• /r → Restart the system
• /fw → Tell the firmware (UEFI) to boot into BIOS/UEFI setup on the next restart
• /t 0 → Restart immediately (0-second delay)

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Usage

Create your own shortcut

1. Create the shortcut

• Right-click on your desktop → New → Shortcut

• Paste the following into the target box:

  "%SystemRoot%\System32\shutdown.exe" /r /fw /t 0
  

2. Run as Administrator

• Right-click the shortcut → Properties → Advanced → Check Run as administrator
• This is required for the /fw flag to work.

3. Double-click the shortcut

• Your PC will immediately restart into BIOS/UEFI setup.

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Notes

• Works only on UEFI systems with supported Windows versions (Windows 8, 10, 11).

• On legacy BIOS systems, the /fw flag will be ignored.

• If you want a 1-second delay instead, use:

  "%SystemRoot%\System32\shutdown.exe" /r /fw /t 1
  

• To cancel a pending shutdown (if you used a delay), run:

  shutdown /a

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Disclaimer

This shortcut simply automates a Windows command. Use at your own risk. Make sure you save all work before running it, as it will force a restart.