How to Disable Default "Open with PowerShell" Right-Click Menu Without Disabling PowerShell Entry in File Menu

When working with Windows, you may have noticed that when you right-click on a file, there is an option to "Open with PowerShell" in the context menu. While this can be a useful feature for advanced users, it can be confusing or even problematic for entry-level users. In this article, we will show you how to disable the "Open with PowerShell" option from the right-click menu without disabling the PowerShell entry in the File menu.

Step 1: Open Registry Editor

The first step is to open the Registry Editor. You can do this by pressing the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box. Then, type "regedit" and press Enter.

Step 2: Navigate to the Registry Key

In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following key:

Step 3: Delete the Registry Key

Once you have located the "Open PowerShell Here" key, right-click on it and select "Delete" from the context menu.

Step 4: Restart File Explorer

After deleting the registry key, you will need to restart File Explorer for the changes to take effect. To do this, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager. In the Task Manager, locate "Windows Explorer" under the "Processes" tab, right-click on it, and select "Restart".

That's it! The "Open with PowerShell" option should no longer appear in the right-click menu for files.

Note: Disabling the "Open with PowerShell" option from the right-click menu does not remove PowerShell from your system. You can still access PowerShell through the File menu or by searching for it in the Start menu.

If you ever want to re-enable the "Open with PowerShell" option, you can follow the same steps above and create a new registry key with the appropriate settings.

We hope this article has helped you disable the "Open with PowerShell" option from the right-click menu without disabling the PowerShell entry in the File menu. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to our tech support team.