Uninstalling application Using the rigistry key value

Sometimes uninstalling program files can be real pain especially if the installed application cannot be found on the Add/Remove Programs located at the control panel. But you can uninstall application using windows registry key. Below are the steps on how to uninstall using windows registry:

Start --> Run and type regedit, click ok , and then locate the following registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall

Look for the name of the program to be uninstalled, Click on it and on the right side of the window double click on UninstallString and copy the value.

Open the command prompt and paste the value there. Then hit enter. A warning message will be displayed asking you whether you want to uninstall the application. click ok.


That's all.. :) Restarting your machine.

Be careful. Playing with the registry can crash your operating system!!!!!!