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5 Windows settings you can only change in the Registry

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Published May 29, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT

Digvijay is a Computer Science graduate with a deep passion for technology. His journey into tech writing began in 2018 with software and product reviews, and he’s been exploring the digital space ever since.

He joined MUO as a full-time writer in 2022, where he covers how-tos, explainers, and tech guides focused on Android, entertainment, and the internet.

Digvijay has previously contributed to several reputable publications, including Alphr , GuidingTech , TheWindowsClub , and MakeTechEasier .

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Windows gives you a Settings app, a Control Panel, and plenty of toggles to play with. But a few of the tweaks aren't in any of those places. They live in the registry, and unless you're comfortable opening regedit, you'll never touch them.

I open it after every fresh install, and at this point, I know exactly which keys to change and why .…

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