How to Rename WSL Distros via Registry Editor (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

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00:00 - Intro
00:14 - List all existing WSL distros
00:47 - Shutdown all WSL distros
01:24 - Open Windows Registry Editor
02:40 - Change the distro name
04:15 - Check if the rename is successful
04:32 - Repeat steps for 3rd distro
05:02 - Mount and verify
05:25 - Outro and links

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to **rename your WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) distributions** using the Windows Registry Editor. We'll walk through listing existing distros, safely shutting them down, editing their names in the registry, and remounting to verify everything works. If you're managing multiple distros or want a cleaner setup, this step-by-step guide is perfect for you.

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