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{{Infobox_Software |
  name =  Registry Mechanic |
  screenshot = [[Image:RegistryMechanic.png|250px]] |
  caption = Registry Mechanic 5.0 Screenshot |
  developer = [http://www.pctools.com/ PC Tools] |
  latest_release_version = 5.2 |
  latest_release_date = [[April]], [[2006]] |
  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 [[Microsoft Windows|Windows]].
The software attempts to compact and fix the [[Windows registry|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.

The free trial version of the product is available but it is feature limited and asks the user to purchase the full product in order to continue its use.

==See also==
[[Spyware Doctor]]

==External links==
* [http://www.pctools.com/registry-mechanic/ Official Registry Mechanic website]
* [http://www.download.com/Registry-Mechanic/3003-2094_4-10349249.html?tag=tab_rev CNET Download.com review]

[[Category:System software]]