However, if there’s a registry change that you need to make frequently or you want to share with others, you can build a .Reg file, which makes any changes you want with a double click. For example, if you want to disable the lock screen on five different computers, you can make a .Reg file to do it and then copy that file onto every PC you own or give it to your octogenarian parents and tell them to run it. Here’s how to create a .Reg file for Windows 7, 8 or 10. Note: Editing the Windows registry is risky so be careful and, if you’re not a moderate-to-advanced user, ask someone else for help.
Using Export in the Registry Editor
Using Export in the Registry Editor
The simplest way to create a .Reg file is by making the change you want in the registry editor and then using the editor’s export feature. However, this method only works if all the changes are in the same folder.
Editing a .Reg File
Editing a .Reg File
If you want to modify more than just a single key (and its children) or value with your .Reg file, you’ll need to modify it with a text editor.
Running the .Reg File
Running the .Reg File
Now, anyone who has the file .Reg file can make these registry tweaks by double clicking the file and selecting Yes if prompted.
Windows 10 Performance and Productivity
Windows 10 Performance and Productivity
Best Windows 10 Keyboard ShortcutsMIrror Your Screen to a TV or MonitorSpeed Windows 10 Boot TimeGet Superfast Mouse, Touchpad SpeedsCalibrate Your MonitorActivate ‘God Mode’Defragment Your Hard DriveMeasure the Time it Takes for Apps to Load at BootUse Maximum CPU PowerEnable Swipe to Delete in EmailCopy and Paste at the Command PromptHow to record your screen in Windows 10Use Offline MapsGet the Full Layout in Windows 10’s Touch KeyboardCreate a .Reg File for Easy Registry HacksRecord PC Gameplay on the Xbox AppPerform a Clean Install of Windows 10Uninstall Windows 10 and Roll Back to 7 or 8Enable the Linux Bash ShellGenerate a Detailed Battery ReportTurn a PC into a Wireless DisplayOpen Folders in the TaskbarOpen Sites in the TaskbarImport Gmail ContactsGet Android NotificationsUse Multiple DesktopsUse Eye ControlUse the Timeline Feature to Resume a TaskSend Web Pages from Phone to PCAll Windows 10 TipsIncrease your Battery Life
