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# How to Use Remote Registry Editor
**Overview**
The Remote Registry Editor allows IT administrators to view, create, and modify Windows Registry keys and values on a managed device without needing a remote desktop session. This is critical for applying configuration fixes, disabling specific features, or auditing system settings in the background.
#### **Step-by-Step Guide**
**1. Navigate to the Computer List**
First, select the device you need to configure.
* From the main menu, expand Devices (1) and select Computers (2).
* Locate the target machine (e.g., `WIN-OEA8DBV56CT`) and click on its name (3) to open the details page.
**2. Access the Registry Tool**
Establish a live connection to access the system tools.
* Click on the Live Connection tab (2) in the top navigation bar.
* In the sidebar menu on the left, select Registry (1).
**3. Browse and Modify Keys**
The interface mimics the standard Windows Registry Editor.
* Navigation: Use the tree view on the left to browse through hives like `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE` and `HKEY_CURRENT_USER` to find the specific key you need (e.g., `SOFTWARE > SOFTWARE_Child_1`).
* Add New Value: To create a new registry entry, click the Plus (+) icon (3) located at the top right of the value list.
**4. Define Value Data**
In the "New value" pop-up window, configure the specific entry details.
* Name: Enter the name of the registry value (e.g., `DisableKeyboard`).
* Type: Select the correct data type from the dropdown, such as DWORD (32-bit integer), String, or Binary.
* Data: Enter the value data (e.g., `1` to enable the setting).
* Click OK to save the change immediately to the remote device.