The Registry Editor in Windows is a storage system not only for various settings and parameters of the OS itself, but also contains data recorded by all kinds of utilities and programs. If the user wants to open the Registry Editor in operating system Windows 7, he will need to perform a number of specific actions:
- First of all, you need to go to the Start menu, which is located on the left corner of the bottom of the screen.
- IN search bar under the title “Find programs and files”, you should enter the query “regedit” and launch the editor.
There are two options for cleaning the registry in Windows 7 - manually and using software packages. The first option requires the presence of certain knowledge on the part of the PC owner, while the second is considered a more optimal solution for not experienced users.
ATTENTION!!!
You do all manipulations with the registry at your own peril and risk, the article is advisory in nature and I do not pretend to be the truth in the first instance, therefore I am not responsible for the consequences.
In general, you should only get into the registry when you know exactly what you need and why, otherwise it’s better to contact a specialist.
How to clean the registry in Windows 7 manually?
When wondering how to clean the registry in Windows 7 manually, you should pay attention to the fact that some manipulations in the OS settings can lead to undesirable consequences, including crashes and other types of malfunctions. To avoid such troubles, it is recommended to make a backup copy of your personal data in order to save necessary information. Let us consider in detail the sequence of actions when manually cleaning the registry in Windows 7:
Then you need to restart your computer. Paying attention to hard drive, a certain amount of space in it will be freed. If the operating system is infected with some malware, manually cleaning the registry can bring a lot of benefits. In other cases, you can use simpler and more modern tools for working with the registry. Using specialized utilities like CCleaner will greatly simplify the process of cleaning the OS from so-called “clutter.” This method Perfect for owners of any Windows operating system, especially Tens users.
How to clean the registry on Windows 10 using CCleaner?
The CCleaner app is a great solution that differs high speed operation and comfortable implementation of the interface. Let's look at methods of working with the CCleaner utility when cleaning the registry on Windows 10:
When delving into the specifics of cleaning the registry of older operating systems, you should familiarize yourself with the methodology this process in the still popular Windows XP operating system.
How to clean the Windows XP registry using standard tools?
A good method for cleaning the registry in Windows XP is to use the above CCleaner programs using the same sequence of actions.
How to enter the Windows 8 registry and clean it?
Windows 8 has a very unusual interface, so many users are faced with the problem of finding one or another system element, for example, a registry cleaner. There are three ways to launch it. Let's consider the first method:
Second way:
Third method (same for all versions of Windows):
When answering the question of how to clean the registry in Windows 8, most experts recommend using the convenient and reliable CCleaner utility or similar programs, for example Advanced System Care. In addition to the above method of using CCleaner, which is optimal for Windows 8, let’s consider cleaning the registry on a G8 using built-in system tools:
- Using the keyboard shortcut “Win + Q”, launch the built-in search tool.
- In the window that opens, you must enter the name of the program regedit and click “OK”.
- To completely prevent loss of information, you should make a backup copy of the registry (select “File”, then “Export” and “All”, after which you confirm the specific location for copying and click the “Save” button).
- Clearing records of programs that have been deleted from the PC is done using the “HKEY_CURRENT_USER” folder. There is a plus sign next to the name of this folder; you need to click on it with the left mouse button.
- All entries about programs can be selected and deleted, in addition, it is possible to erase startup items.
Alternative registry editors are not common, so I couldn't pass them up Reg. This program can replace standard editor Windows registry, as it has some features that are not available in other programs.
Interface Reg ascetic, migrated from the last century, however, the standard registry editor does not have a fashionable design. Despite this, the program contains everything for working with the registry: you can import registry settings and export them as REG files, copy the full path to the registry entry to the clipboard, quickly search for parameters, search and replace them, open with one click and expand post threads. This can be done not only using the manipulator, but also using hot keys.
One of useful functions programs Reg is a quick transition to a specific entry in the registry - by entering the path, you will be taken to the section, and the tree of entries will be open up to it. This is much faster than sequentially moving through sections to the desired entry, especially if you use the setup instructions: copy the full path to the entry from it, paste it in a special program window, and instantly move to the desired section.
Well, the most convenient function Reg is the ability to add bookmarks. If you want to remember where certain settings are stored so that you can quickly go to them in the future, then simply bookmark the current location and give it a custom name. This way you can create a list of your favorite registry locations that you can quickly access with two clicks.
Reg The design is not very different from the standard registry editor, but quick navigation to the desired entry and bookmarks make it more convenient for frequent editing. The program is distributed free of charge, has open source, works in 32/64-bit Windows versions XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. Of course, you must have administrator rights to run the program.
Reg Organizer®- This multifunctional program for comprehensive service system registry operating systems Microsoft Windows. Allows you to clean the registry, compress it and defragment it. Has powerful editor system registry and advanced search and replace function. Using the Reg Organizer utility, you can preview imported reg files (including from Explorer). In addition, it allows you to produce complete removal software(based on technology Full Uninstall™), cleaning up all the “tails” that remain in the system when normal deletion.
System Requirements:
Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP - 10 (32- and 64-bit)
RAM: from 256 MB
Disk space: 50 MB
Torrent Registry Editor - Reg Organizer 7.81 Final + Portable details:
Main features of the program:
Registry editor for viewing and editing the system registry, allowing you to perform various operations with system registry keys and values, export and import key values, etc.
· Search and replace in the registry- allows you to find keys related to the application you are interested in and delete them if necessary (one of the options for manually cleaning the registry). This is useful, for example, in the case when an application does not have an uninstall program and after removing it manually, unnecessary entries remain in the registry, which can lead to the incorrect functioning of other applications. At the same time, Reg Organizer performs a deeper search and often allows you to find even those keys associated with this application that will not be found by other similar programs.
· Registry File Editor designed for editing keys and parameters, adding and deleting data contained in .reg files. Very useful tool to transfer program settings from one computer to another. Unlike the built-in registry editor, it allows you to create prefabricated reg files that can contain various branches of registry keys.
· Preview of registry files (*.reg) before importing their contents, it will allow you to evaluate the data even before import. When viewing an imported reg file, its contents are presented as a tree structure in the Reg Organizer program, which allows you to visualize all the keys that will be imported into the registry.
· Registry key tracking will help you monitor the actions of any program and learn in detail about all the changes it makes to the system registry.
· Complete removal of programs Reg Orgnazer will help you clean up all the tails behind programs (cleaning the registry and file system after uninstalling programs), preventing cluttering of the system registry and file system, which is very useful, because not all programs delete working files and entries with settings in the system registry. The feature is implemented based on Full Uninstall™ technology, which is also used in Soft program Organizer.
· Fine settings Reg Organizer will help you set up Windows operation"for yourself."
· Automatically launched programs can also be tracked using Reg Organizer. This way, you can control the programs your system uses and free up valuable resources for other purposes.
· Cleaning the registry- Reg Organizer will independently find all unnecessary and erroneous entries in the system registry of your Windows, and also correct them.
· Registry optimization- Reg Organizer will compress the system registry files and defragment them.
What's new in version 7.81:
* Cleaning personal browser data Internet Explorer: clearing cookies,
browsing history, sessions, download history, autofill data
forms and Web Storage.
This cleaning section is disabled by default. To enable, check
tick: Main menu -> Commands -> Settings... -> Cleaning
drives -> Partitions to be scanned -> Internet Explorer cookies and data.
Treatment procedure:
·Install the program. Don't launch!
·Copy the keygen.exe file to the program folder.
·Press the DLL button, click the Generate button, and register the program with the received serial number.
There are different licenses for the installation and portable versions.
About Portable:
·Portable version from the developer, works without installation on a computer.
·The treatment procedure is similar to the installation version.
Copy the keygen.exe file to the “Data” folder of the program, and select a license for the portable version.
It’s been a while since I wrote in the “For Beginners” section, so I think that’s enough rambling. After thinking a little about the topic of the article, I decided to write about ways to enter the Windows Registry Editor. Although I write in each of the articles how to enter the registry. I'd rather write everything down possible ways, available by default on Windows operating systems. So what is a registry?
The Windows registry is a database containing all the settings and parameters necessary for the operation of the operating system. It contains settings for both hardware and software. Most changes in control panel, editor group policies and additional system parameters are written to the registry.
So, how do you enter the Windows Registry Editor?
Login through the Run utility
This is the method I use in my articles, since, in my opinion, it is the fastest and most convenient. We perform three simple steps.
Via search in the Start menu
First, let's look at Windows 7 as an example, since it has an old version of the Start menu and this option is suitable for older operating systems.
For Windows 7, Vista and earlier versions
For Windows 8 and Windows 8.1
Opening through Windows Explorer
A very simple way: you just need to find required file V system folder. To do this, we follow the path:C:\Windows. We look for the file and run it.
Registry Editor for Windows, this application is intended more for advanced users, to say the least. Most likely even for techies or very experienced ones. Therefore, it is recommended to use this software only if you are familiar with the matter. Below are several, as always free, applications.
RegCool – software developer Kurt Zimmermann brings to the attention of PC users working in the operating room Windows system a convenient registry editor with advanced capabilities compared to the built-in stock registry editor. It has absolutely all the features of Microsoft's Regedit, but some additional features make it more attractive to users.
RegScanner - a small portable utility with which you can scan the registry and find the desired registry value; the search can be performed according to specified conditions. After finding the registry values, you can easily change to the correct value in RegEdit, for this double click mouse click on the desired registry item. The program also supports exporting values in the registry. Reg file that can be used in RegEdit.
O&O RegEditor - free program an analogue of the well-known Windows registry editor. O&O RegEditor provides full access to the Windows registry database. Settings for many Windows applications, drivers and services. Before making changes to the registry database in Windows, you should back up all important information computer with a visualization program such as DiskImage.
Registrar Registry Manager - free version professional tool that gives complete and safe way for administrators and users, maintaining the registry on their computers, as well as remote computers networks. In addition to the general features offered by the built-in RegEdit registry editor, this program offers a great way to create backup copies and restoration of registries, adding descriptions in the registry of keys and values, tools for easy navigation. The program offers multi-level rollback so that all changes to the registry can be undone.
