If you ever experience an unstable system, or make an error when tweaking the Registry, you can simply double-click the file to restore it.ħ. Another good tip is to keep the file in a secure location and back it up to an external drive, network location, or an online backup service.ĥ. Wait a few moments for it to export and save, then when you browse to the location you saved it in, you’ll find it there. Here we want to backup the entire Registry, so check All then click Save.Ĥ. Also, under Export range, make sure to check All…you can also save individual registry settings too if you want. Type a name in the File name field – it’s a good idea to give it a name that includes the date you back it up on. You can export it to whatever location is convenient for you. Next you’re prompted to select a location to export it to…here we created a new folder in My Documents and named it Registry Backups. When the Registry Editor opens, click on File then Export.ģ. In Windows 7 click on Start and enter regedit in the Search box and hit Enter.Ģ.

Here we show how easy it is to backup and save the Registry in Windows 7, Vista, and XP.ġ.

If you want to tweak your Windows 7 system using the Registry, it’s always a best practice to back it up first.

Regedit backup