Ms Word Registry Key Access

A specific registry key, ms-word: , is used to define how the system handles links to Word documents. This is particularly useful for suppressing when opening email links.

If a problem occurs, use the File > Import feature in the Registry Editor to restore your backup. 5. Troubleshooting Application Settings Ms Word Registry Key

Deleting the or Options subkeys under this path is a common "factory reset" troubleshooting step to fix corrupted ribbons or global templates without reinstalling the entire suite. A specific registry key, ms-word: , is used

Always Back up the Registry before making changes. HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16.0\Common\Security\Trusted Protocols\All Applications Version-Specific Variations: Office 2013: Change 16.0 to 15.0 Office 2010: Change 16.0 to 14.0 3. Operational Procedure: Modifying Word Keys

Open the Registry Editor (type regedit in the Windows Search box). Navigation: Browse to the subkey listed above.