How to Edit the Windows Registry

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make a backup of the Windows Registry.

   Do this before you edit it so you can revert to the pre-edited version if necessary.
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   Step 2: Press ⊞ Win+r.

   The Run window opens. , If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes to open the Registry Editor. ,,,,, The Registry contains two basic elements: keys and values.
   
   If you know the key you want to edit, press Control+f to open the Find dialog box. ,, When you find the key, double-click it to edit the value data. , Some edits may require a Windows restart to take effect. , Keep track of your edits so you can return them to their original value if desired.
   
   If you make multiple unsatisfactory edits, you may want to restore your entire Registry backup rather than correct each edit. ,,,
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   Step 3: Type "regedit" without the quotes and press ↵ Enter.

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   Step 4: Right-click the Computer icon in the left pane.

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   Step 5: Click Export.

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   Step 6: Choose a location and type a name for the backup.

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   Step 7: Click Save.

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   Step 8: Edit the Registry.

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   Step 9: Type the key name and click Find Next.

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    Step 10: Edit the key's value data.

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    Step 11: Click OK to save your edits.

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    Step 12: If necessary

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    Step 13: you can restore your Registry backup.

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    Step 14: Open the Registry Editor.

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    Step 15: In the File menu click Import.

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    Step 16: Locate the backup file you saved and click Open.

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