But for Windows 8, the function of F8 key to get into Startup Settings to go to Safemode is not enabled by default, so you will not be able to go to safe mode, if the setting is still disable.
To activate the F8 key in order to get into safe mode:
• Go to Command Prompt as Administrator
(Click Start, then in the Search box, type cmd, and then press CTRL + SHIFT + ENTER)
• Once the command prompt window appears then type:
Bcdedit /set {bootmgr} displaybootmenu yes
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