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{{Infobox_Software |
  name =  Registry Mechanic |
  screenshot = [[Image:RegistryMechanic.png|250px]] |
  caption = Registry Mechanic 5.0 Screemshot |
  developer = [http://www.pctools.com/ PC Tools] |
  latest_release_version = 5.0 |
  latest_release_date = [[July]], [[2005]] |
  operating_system = [[Microsoft Windows]] |
  genre = [[Utility software]] |
  license = [[Shareware]] |
  website = [http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ www.pctools.com] |
}}

'''Registry Mechanic''', developed by PC Tools is a popular system utility for Windows.
The software attempts fix errors within the registry, such software is controversial among experts and enthusiasts alike as some claim these tools are a necessity while others claim they do more harm than good.
Some users suggest a combination of registry "cleaners", the rule of thumb being no one tool can find or fix all discrpencies in the registry, while others may recommend a product based soley on the combination of so-called errors it finds in one scan, rather than realistically analayzing the severity of the "problems" found.
Users are advised to read all Help files before making suchany changes, and to prevent the possibility of damaging the registry.



Version 5 includes a "Compact Registry" feature, whether this is of any significant importance, again is a matter for debate.
Users can download a trial and purchase the full version later if they wish.

==See Also==
[[Spyware Doctor]]

==External Links==
* [http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Official Registry Mechanic website]
* [http://www.download.com/Registry-Mechanic/3000-2094_4-10349249.html CNET Download review]