Reg export
Applies To: Windows 7, Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Copies the specified subkeys, entries, and values of the local computer into a file for transfer to other servers.
For examples of how to use this command, see Examples.
Syntax
Reg export KeyName FileName [/y]
Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
<KeyName> |
Specifies the full path of the subkey. The export operation works only with the local computer. The KeyName must include a valid root key. Valid root keys are: HKLM, HKCU, HKCR, HKU, and HKCC. |
<FileName> |
Specifies the name and path of the file to be created during the operation. The file must have a .reg extension. |
/y |
Overwrites any existing file with the name FileName without prompting for confirmation. |
/? |
Displays help for reg export at the command prompt. |
Remarks
The following table lists the return values for the reg export operation.
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
0 |
Success |
1 |
Failure |
Examples
To export the contents of all subkeys and values of the key MyApp to the file AppBkUp.reg, type:
reg export HKLM\Software\MyCo\MyApp AppBkUp.reg