Reg Add Hkcu Software Classes Clsid 86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2 Inprocserver32 F Ve [top] May 2026

This command is a popular "registry hack" used in Windows 11 to restore the classic (Windows 10 style) right-click context menu by default. What the command does

If you decide you actually prefer the modern Windows 11 look, you can delete the key to bring it back. Run this command in an Admin Command Prompt: This command is a popular "registry hack" used

3. Step-by-Step: How to Execute It

Method 1: Using Command Prompt (Quickest)

  1. Press the Windows Key, type cmd.
  2. Right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator (though running as a standard user usually works for HKCU commands, it's best practice).
  3. Copy and paste the following command and press Enter: 
    reg add "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2\InprocServer32" /f /ve
  4. You should see a success message: The operation completed successfully.
  5. Crucial Step: You must restart your computer, or open Task Manager and restart Windows Explorer for the change to take effect.

If you want to return to the modern Windows 11 context menu, run this command and restart File Explorer again: Press the Windows Key , type cmd

Security: You know exactly what change is being made to your system. You should see a success message: The operation

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