How to Back Up and Restore Windows 11 Registry

Registry is an essential component of Windows 11. Windows uses it to keep track of all your settings and options and help you run Windows smoothly.
Your computer can get clogged up with outdated or damaged files over time. If you’re experiencing stability issues, crashes, or errors, it may be time to back up and restore your registry.
It is important to back up the Windows registry and restore it if you have any problems. This post will explain how. how toThat’s it. Let’s take a look.

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How do you decide which backup method?

There are two ways to backup and restore the registry – manually or by using third-party software. Let’s look at the pros and cons of both methods.

Backup Manul

Backups can be done manually by exporting the registry file to another drive or storage media. This is an easy process and can usually be done in a matter of minutes. Also, you don’t have to fear losing any crucial data as the registry is backed up in its entirety.

Software from third parties

Third-party software programs are available that can backup and restore your registry. This software will automatically complete the task and can often be used to compress, encryption and schedule backups. These programs are available as subscription services or can be bought outright.
It is important to decide which backup or restore method you will use for the Windows registry. If you’re comfortable working in the Registry Editor and are confident in your ability to follow directions, then manually backing up and restoring the registry is probably the best option.
However, if you’re not comfortable working in the Registry Editor or are concerned about making a mistake, using a third-party software program is probably the best option.
For today we’ll be focusing on the manual process.

Manually backup Windows 11 registry

It is easy to back up Windows 11 and manually restore it in just a matter of minutes.
Follow these instructions:

Use the System Restore procedure:

To begin, open the Start menu and type “create a restore point” into the search bar. Take it out, and then open it.

Click on System Protection and click on the System Drive. Next, click the Configure Button.

Select the option Turn on System Protection from the Restore Settings section. Select Apply, then click OK.

Next, click on Create.

Enter a name to be restored and then click on Create again.

Windows will then create a system recovery point for you in just a few seconds. This backups all your registry files.

Use Registry Editor

To back up your registry files with the Registry Editor, follow the steps below.

To run Registry Editor with administrative credentials, open Windows Search, type “registry editor”, and then select Run as administrator. Alternatively, use Win+R to enter the Run prompt and type “regedit”.

Select File from the task bar and scroll down until Export is selected.

Next, choose a file name. Click Save and select Export range.

Wait a moment for your backup file to show up on your computer.

Manually restore Windows 11 Registry

Windows 11 users can restore their registry manually if they have been damaged or corrupted. Follow the steps below to restore your registry in minutes.

Use the System Restore Process

First, open the Start menu. Next, type Restore Point into your search box. Take it out of your box, and then open it.

Click on System Protection to tap the System Restore link.

Select a different restoration point, then click Next.

Click Next to select the restoration point you have previously created.

Final step: Review your restore points and click Finish.

Windows Registry process

On the Taskbar, click the Search icon, type “registry editor”, and then select Run as administrator.

Move your cursor over the File menu and then click Import in the drop-down menu.

Select your backup file and click Open.

You can select the backup file that you created before following these steps. (For more information, see step 3 under the Using Registry Editor process).

That’s it. Or, you can right-click on it and choose Merge in the drop-down list.

Windows 11 registry keys can be backed up

Press Windows + R to open Registry Editor. It will then open the Run box. Here, type “regedit” and click OK.

When the UAC window (User Account Control), appears, click Yes to open Registry Editor. Next, navigate to the Registry file that you want to backup.

Select File > Export from the menu. After asking for your file name, it will create an appropriate term to match the situation.

Choose the Select branch from the Export Range to set the default.

Click the Save button to save your backup.

Windows 11: Restore specific registry keys

To open the Registry Editor, press Windows + R on your keyboard. It will then open the Run box. Here, type “regedit” and click OK and it will open the Registry Editor.

When the UAC window (User Account Control), appears, click Yes to open Registry Editor.

From the taskbar, select File > Import.

Click the Open button when you’ve found the Registry Backup File.

Now you’ll see the “The keys and values contained in C:UsersUSERNAMEDocumentsPolicy-Backup.reg have been successfully added to the registry,” message on your screen.

And that’s it! This successfully restores the registry backup file to its original location.

Get ready!

This concludes our recommendation on how toBackup and restore your Windows 11 registry. We are happy to answer any questions you may have in the comments. You will receive a response as soon as possible.