Sep 7, 2025 · To browse this location, start by opening the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE key (folder). In this key, you see the SOFTWARE folder, then Microsoft, Windows, CurrentVersion, and finally the …

Jan 15, 2025 · The supporting files for HKEY_CURRENT_USER are in the %SystemRoot%\Profiles\Username folder. The file name extensions of the files in these folders …

May 16, 2024 · HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, often abbreviated as HKLM, is one of several registry hives that make up the Windows Registry. This particular hive contains the majority of the configuration …

The HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, or HKLM, is part of the Windows registry, which is a database containing all computer and user information. In particular, the HKLM registry hive contains the …

Jul 29, 2025 · Every Windows has a Registry Key which lists every hive in the system. Run regedit to open the Registry Editor and navigate to the following key to get a complete list:

The registry key HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet is just a link to one of the two real control sets: the one that is currently loaded. The current control set is recorded in Current under …

Sep 13, 2024 · This tutorial will show you how to quickly switch between a registry key that exists in both the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE and HKEY_CURRENT_USER branch locations in Registry Editor in …

Nov 5, 2024 · HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control registry tree contains information for controlling system startup and some aspects of device configuration.

Sep 17, 2024 · Users can change registry keys and values to personalize the computer’s behavior, appearance, and functionality. In the Registry Editor, HKCU stands for HKEY_CURRENT_USER, …

Jun 7, 2025 · HKCU, or HKEY_CURRENT_USER, is one of the five main registry hives. It stores settings and options that are specific to the currently logged-in user. This hive contains information …