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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Windows 10surely features a lot of new things. It offers a new user interface, new apps, new ways of using the computer, improvements to the older apps, etc.One of these improvements is the update of the registry editor, which didn’t see any changes since Windows XP.

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The buzz aboutWindows 10is huge, we have news related to Microsoft’s latest operating system every day. People are talking about new builds, interface improvements, performances, apps, etc.

But some smaller, yet important, changes are often overlooked. This is the case withWindows RegistryEditor, which received an update inWindows 10, its first sinceWindows XP, almost 14 years ago.

RegistryEditor is very important Windows feature because it is used to solve a lot of system-related problems in Windows.

It is the most powerful Windows’ built-intoolfor customizing the system and resolving the problems, besides theCommand Prompt.

So updating thistoolafter such a huge period of time is surely a big deal, although the update isn’t spectacular, and it doesn’t change much in functionality or looks ofRegistryEditor.

With thisWindows 10update, Microsoft added the ability to quickly switch between similar registry keys inHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE branch andHKEY_CURRENT_USER branch, directly from the context menu.

So if you’re browsing for aRegistrykey inHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE branch, you can easily jump to the appropriateHKEY_CURRENT_USER subkey.

Just right-click on the Software subkey, and click on the command “Go toHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE,” and vice versa.

If you’re experienced or advancedRegistryEditor user, this tweak will definitely be a big time-saver for you, and it will make using ofRegistryEditor easier.

It’s nice to see that Microsoft doesn’t focus on the new features only, but takes care of ‘older ones,’ as well.

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When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.

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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.

With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Windows 10/11 bring the first registry editor updates since XP#