Where Are ImHex Settings Stored?
ImHex stores settings, layouts and support data in a per user imhex folder. The config subfolder holds settings.json and layout files.
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ImHex keeps user writable data outside the install folder except in portable mode. The config subfolder holds settings.json, interface state and recent lists. Layouts use .hexlyt files.
Only the Windows location below is confirmed. Portable Windows builds store data next to the executable instead. Close ImHex before deleting settings files.
Where ImHex stores this, by platform
C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\imhex\config
Config folder. <username> stands for your Windows user name. settings.json here can be deleted to reset settings. Layouts, recent files, scripts and themes live in sibling folders under the imhex folder. Portable builds use the executable folder instead.
Frequently asked questions
How do I reset ImHex settings?
Close ImHex, then delete settings.json in the config folder. It is recreated on next launch. Keep a backup if you may need to restore custom shortcuts or layout choices.
Why do layout changes revert after restart?
A second copy under Program Files can shadow the user copy when ImHex was run elevated. Delete the imhex folders under Program Files and run only as a standard user.
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