What does the Registry Editor do n Windows?

Answer by  testing1234 (100)

The registry editor in Windows is a system application to edit values in the system registry. Values stored here are used by Windows and applications. You must exercise caution when using this program as you can change or delete values used for proper system and/or application program functioning.

Answer by  SomeoneUKno (17)

The Registry Editor serves a variety of purposes, but it should be mainly looked as the backbone of your Windows installation and should only be modified if need be. Otherwise, it should be left alone and edited only by a professional.

Answer by  KLR (606)

the Registry Editor allows you to add, remove and edit registry keys and key values. The registry contains configuration information used by the operating system and by applications.

Answer by  asfg (13)

Registry editor allows you to keep track of registry entries or keys, that are a fundamental part of almost everything on your computer from programs to hardware. It is not recommended that beginners use the registry editor as any values or entries that go missing can wreak havoc on the rest of your system.