Right-click on the newly created folder, select , and click Key . Name this subkey exactly: InprocServer32

To understand the implications and usage of this command, let's break it down:

Windows 11 utilizes the modern context menu by loading a specific COM object defined by the 86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2 GUID. When you right-click an item, File Explorer queries the registry to find the InprocServer32 key associated with this GUID to load the modern UI components.

: The unique Class Identifier (CLSID) associated with the Windows 11 file explorer context menu manager.

The command reg add HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86CA1AA0-34AA-4E8B-A509-50C905BAE2A2\InprocServer32 /f /ve is a specific example of how to interact with the Windows Registry to modify COM object settings. While it presents a powerful way to manage system and application configurations, it also demands caution and understanding to avoid potential issues. Always ensure you are well-informed or consult with an expert before making such modifications.

Misusing reg add on CLSID keys can destabilize your system, break applications, or even hide malware.

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

To apply the changes immediately without restarting your PC, open the Task Manager ( Ctrl + Shift + Esc ), locate in the list, right-click it, and select Restart . Method 2: Using the Registry Editor UI Press Windows Key + R , type regedit , and press Enter .

reg add HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86CA1AA0-34AA-4E8B-A509-50C905BAE2A2\InProcServer32 /f /v

Example:

Instead of restarting your whole computer to see the changes, you can quickly refresh the desktop interface: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open . Scroll down to the "Windows Processes" section.

reg delete "HKCU\Software\Classes\CLSID\86ca1aa0-34aa-4e8b-a509-50c905bae2a2" /f Use code with caution.

Right-click it and select . Your taskbar will briefly disappear and reappear. Option B: Sign Out or Reboot

If you decide to revert to the default Windows 11 behavior, the process is just as simple. The reversal involves deleting the user-specific key you created. To do this, run the following command in an elevated Command Prompt: