GFlagsX

GFlags, also known as the Global Flags Editor, is a Microsoft utility included in the Debugging Tools for Windows package. It is normally used by developers or testers to turn on certain debugging, logging and testing features.

GFlagsX is an open-source alternative that offers the same features, with a few extra options, in addition to providing you with a more modern user interface that many are likely to prefer.

If you’re interested in this program, you probably already know what GFlags is used for, so the lack of documentation should not be an issue. If you want to learn more about the utility, you can just read the documentation already provided by Microsoft.

Essentially, GFlagsX offers more or less the same functionality, but it adds a few extra features that were not available before, such as process mitigation options.

When it comes to the user interface, it is quite similar to the old utility when it comes to its layout, but it certainly looks more up-to-date. Some users may not be happy with the more colorful design, but you can’t argue that the UI is very intuitive.

One important thing to note is that the application does not require installation, so you can easily take it with you if you need to work on multiple computers.

It would be a good idea to try out this application if you frequently use the GFlags utility offered in the Debugging Tools for Windows package, as it offers some extra features and sports an updated GUI.

The program is not at all difficult to use, but of course, you should be careful not to damage your Windows installation, which can happen if you use this utility incorrectly.