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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 = 5.01 |
  latest_release_date = [[JulyDecember 14]], [[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 to fix errors withincompact and fix 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 using a combination of registry "cleaners", the rule of thumb being that no one tool can find or fix all discrepancies in the registry, while others may recommend a product based solely on the combination of so-called errors it finds in one scan, rather than realistically analyzing the severity of the "problems" found.
Users are advised to read all Help files before making any changes, and to prevent the possibility of damaging the registry.

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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.⏎
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==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]