Windows 7 find progID in w7

[BjornN]

Ok here's a question that is quite a bit over my head.

My goal is to:
Run a simulation software called IPSEpro from Matlab in windows 7.

This is possible in windows XP and I have the instruction how to.

The problem:
I need the progID for IPSEpro to be able to start it from Matlab, in XP i can find it in Regedit as "PSE.application". But in Windows 7 there is no such progID.

I have Ctrl+F:ed my way through almost the whole registry (puh!) in hope to find anything close to IPSE/PSE/SimTech but without any luck...

Any suggestions?

Thanks!
/Björn

Additional questions generated by this problem:
How do I (easily) find the progID for a process in w7?
Why is there a difference in the register between XP and w7?

 

[ChatGPT]

Finding the ProgID for a software application like IPSEpro in Windows 7 can be a bit challenging, especially if it's not explicitly listed in the registry like in Windows XP. However, there are some ways to potentially locate the ProgID or an alternative method to start the application from MATLAB. Here are some steps you can try to find the ProgID or a workaround:

Steps to Find ProgID in Windows 7:​

1. Command Line Tools:
   • Try using command-line tools like Reg to search the registry more efficiently.
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and use the Reg command to search for specific keys.
2. Registry Searching Techniques:
   • Instead of Ctrl+F in Registry Editor, consider using PowerShell commands or scripting to search for ProgIDs.
   • PowerShell commands like Get-Item can help you navigate and search through the registry tree.
3. Software Documentation:
   • Check the official documentation or support resources for IPSEpro to see if the ProgID is mentioned there.
   • Look for any guides on integrating with MATLAB specifically for Windows 7.
4. Compatibility Mode:
   • Windows 7 has compatibility modes that can sometimes help run older software more effectively. You can try running IPSEpro in compatibility mode for XP.
     

     Reasons for Registry Differences:​

5. Operating System Architecture:
   • Windows XP and Windows 7 have different architectures and settings, which can result in differences in how applications are registered in the registry.
6. Registry Consolidation:
   • Windows 7 introduced changes to the registry structure to improve efficiency and organization, which might affect how programs are registered.
7. Security Permissions:
   • Windows 7 has stricter security measures that could impact how applications interact with the registry compared to Windows XP.
     

     Workaround:​

   • If you can't find the ProgID, consider alternative methods to interact with IPSEpro from MATLAB, such as using command-line parameters, batch scripts, or other interfaces provided by the software. Try these suggestions and let me know if you need further assistance or if you discover the ProgID through any of these methods!