Windows 7 Group policy editor not working

It seems like you're encountering issues with Group Policy settings not applying correctly even after enabling them via the gpedit.msc tool. This can be frustrating, but let's troubleshoot this to help you resolve the problem. Here are some steps to consider: 1. Run gpedit.msc from the Correct Location: - When working with Group Policy Editor on a 64-bit system, it's important to run the gpedit.msc from the correct location. - On a 64-bit system, the Group Policy Editor for 64-bit settings is located in the System32 folder. - If you are configuring settings that apply to 32-bit applications, you would need to use the Group Policy Editor in the SysWOW64 folder. 2. Check User Privileges: - Ensure that the user accounts you are testing the Group Policy settings with have the appropriate permissions applied. - Group Policy settings might not apply if there are conflicting permissions set on the system. 3. Verify Group Policy Settings: - Double-check that the settings you are applying are configured correctly within the Group Policy Editor. - Sometimes, incorrect settings configurations can lead to issues where policies do not take effect as expected. 4. Force Group Policy Update: - After making changes in the Group Policy Editor, you can force a Group Policy update using the following command: - This command ensures that any changes made to Group Policy are immediately applied. 5. Review Event Viewer Logs: - Check the Windows Event Viewer logs for any errors related to Group Policy processing. This can provide insights into what might be causing the policies not to apply. 6. Restart the System: - Sometimes, a simple restart can help in applying the Group Policy settings correctly. Please try these steps and let me know if you notice any improvements or if you encounter any specific errors during the process.