reg add "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2\InprocServer32" /ve /d "" /f Use code with caution.
reg delete "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2" /f Use code with caution.
: Power users often prefer the classic layout for muscle memory. How to undo it Fixing the Windows 11 Context Menu
reg add "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2\InprocServer32" /f /ve How to undo it Fixing the Windows 11
Restart your PC, and the modern "Show more options" menu will return.
86CA1AA0-34AA-4E8B-A509-50C905BAE2A2 : This is a specific CLSID. Without context, it's hard to determine what this CLSID corresponds to, but it's likely associated with a COM component.
Click the , type cmd , and select Run as administrator . Click the , type cmd , and select Run as administrator
This command is a popular "registry hack" used to in Windows 11. The Command Explained
: Eliminates the extra mouse click or the Shift + F10 keyboard shortcut needed to find legacy app shortcuts.
Explore how to customize individual inside the classic menu. Let’s break down what this does
reg delete "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2" /f Use code with caution. Copied to clipboard
You’re likely dealing with manual COM component registration. Let’s break down what this does, why you might use it, and the security implications.
Windows Explorer via Task Manager to apply the changes. Key Benefits for Power Users
This will quickly restart the Windows shell without needing a full reboot.
: Short for HKEY_CURRENT_USER . This means the change only affects your profile, making it safer than a system-wide change.