Article Contents:
This article guides you on how to schedule your computer to reboot automatically at a specific time using the Task Scheduler. This can be helpful for ensuring your computer runs smoothly, especially if it tends to slow down due to low memory and numerous background applications running over time. The tutorial covers setting up both one-time and recurring reboots.

Step By Step:

Step 1: Press "Win + R" to open the Run dialog box. Type `taskschd.msc` and press Enter. This action launches the Task Scheduler.

Step 2: In the Task Scheduler, right-click on "Task Scheduler Library" and select "New Folder." Name this new folder "Schedule Reboot" or a name of your preference, then click "OK.

Step 3: Expand the "Task Scheduler Library" and select the "Schedule Reboot" folder. Right-click on this folder and choose "Create Basic Task." This opens a wizard. Name the task "Reboot" and click "Next."

In the "Trigger" section, choose when you want the task to run (e.g., daily, one-time, weekly), then click "Next." Specify the exact time for the reboot to occur and proceed by clicking "Next." In the "Action" section, select "Start a program" and continue to the next step. Enter `shutdown /r` in the program/script field and click "Next." If prompted by Windows for permission, click "Yes." Click "Finish" to complete the setup of your task.

Step 4: In the "Trigger" section, choose when you want the task to run (e.g., daily, one-time, weekly), then click "Next." Specify the exact time for the reboot to occur and proceed by clicking "Next."