In this article, we will discuss the process of creating a registry key in the Windows environment. The Windows Registry is a hierarchical database that stores configuration settings and options for the operating system and installed applications. Creating a registry key allows users to customize and configure various aspects of their Windows system. This article will provide step-by-step instructions on how to create a registry key using the Windows Command Prompt and PowerShell.

Examples:

1. Creating a Registry Key using Command Prompt:

   • Open the Command Prompt by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "cmd," and pressing Enter.
   • To create a new registry key, use the following command:

     reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\NewKey" /v NewValue /t REG_SZ /d "Hello, World!" /f

     This command creates a new key named "NewKey" under the "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software" registry path. It also adds a string value named "NewValue" with the data "Hello, World!" to the newly created key.

2. Creating a Registry Key using PowerShell:

   • Open PowerShell by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "powershell," and pressing Enter.
   • To create a new registry key, use the following command:

     New-Item -Path "HKCU:\Software\NewKey"

     This command creates a new key named "NewKey" under the "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software" registry path.