Windows 7 - Programs and Features - Enable or Disable

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This will show you how to enable or disable all users from being able to access Programs and Features in the Control Panel to view, uninstall, change, or repair programs that are currently installed in Windows 7.

1. To Enable Programs and Features

A) Click on the Download button below to download the file below.

Enable_Programs_and_Features.reg

B) Go to step 3.

2. To Disable Programs and Features

A) Click on the Download button below to download the file below.

Disable_Programs_and_Features.reg

3. Click on Save, and save the .reg file to the desktop.

4. Right click on the downloaded .reg file and click on Merge.

5. Click on Run, Yes, Yes, and OK when prompted.

6. Log off and log on, or restart the computer to apply.

7. When done, you can delete the downloaded .reg file if you like.

1. Open the all users, specific users or groups, or all users except administrators Local Group Policy Editor for how you want this policy applied.

2. In the left pane, click on to expand User Configuration, Administrative Templates, Control Panel, and Programs. (see screenshot below)

3. In the right pane, right click on Hide "Programs and Features" page and click on Edit. (see screenshot above)

4. To Enable Programs and Features

A) Select (dot) either Not Configured or Disabled. (see screenshot below step 6)

B) Go to step 6.

5. To Disable Programs and Features

A) Select (dot) Enabled. (see screenshot below step 6)

6. Click on OK. (see screenshot below)

7. Close the Local Group Policy Editor window.