Step-by-Step Guide to Find Preapproved Registry Keys in Windows HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext

Are you getting errors while running the Windows application? Do you want to know how to find the preapproved registry keys?

We understand how confusing this issue can be. Here we are providing a step-by-step guide to help you find the registry keys in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext registry location in Windows.

Step 1 - Accessing Registry Editor

The first step to finding the preapproved registry keys is to access the Registry Editor. You can use the Run command to open the ‘Registry Editor’ on your Windows system.

1. Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run on your Windows system.
2. Type ‘regedit’ in the Run window and hit the Enter key.
3. The Registry Editor will open in a separate window.

Step 2 - Accessing HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext

The next step is to access the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext registry location.

1. In the Registry Editor, locate and right-click on the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE folder.
2. Select Expand from the menu.
3. Navigate to the Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext folder and double-click on it.

Step 3 - Finding the Preapproved Registry Keys

Now that you are in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext, you can find the preapproved registry keys

1. In the Ext folder, you will find a list of subfolders related to various extension that are approved by Windows.
2. Select the appropriate subfolder and double-click on it to access the list of preapproved registry keys.

FAQ

What are Registry Keys?

Registry keys are location in the windows Registry editor where important settings related to programs and applications are stored. They are used to store information about program configuration and other parameters.

How Do I Find Preapproved Keys in the Registry Editor?

To find preapproved keys in the registry editor, first you need to open the registry editor on your Windows system. Then navigate to the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext folder. Finally, select the appropriate subfolder and double-click on it to access the list of preapproved registry keys.

What is the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE?

The HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE is a top-level key or root key in the Windows registry that contains information about the configuration and settings of the operating system and the programs installed on the computer.

Can I Backup the Registry Keys?

Yes, you can backup the registry keys. To do so, open the registry editor, locate and select desired registry keys, right-click on the selected registry keys and click on the Export option. Finally, specify a location to save the registry file.

How Do I Restore Registry Keys?

To restore registry keys, open the registry editor on your computer, right-click on the registry file that contains the registry keys, and select the Import option. This will add the registry keys back into the registry.

Conclusion

In this article, we demonstrated how to find preapproved registry keys in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/Software Microsoft Windows CurrentVersion Ext registry location in Windows. We hope now you know how to find preapproved registry keys and access them from the registry editor.

References

• Windows Registry Explained