RegDoctor 1.58 - User Guide and FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions - RegDoctor

1. Why do I need software for cleaning my Windows registry?
   
   Your Windows registry is a critical element of your PC system, a large database that supports normal computer operation. There are a number of causes of registry problems: more common causes are files left-behind after the un-installation or incorrect removal of software, hardware drivers that are either missing or corrupted, and startup programs no longer in use. Such issues lead to decreased PC performance, application errors and lockups, and computer crashes. A worst-case scenario can cause a fatal error, in which the hard drive must be completely reformatted prior to the re-installing of Windows and other software, potentially resulting in lost personal data and files. Windows registry problems have exploded with more recent PC use, as it becomes more and more common to both knowingly and unknowingly have new software programs downloaded to your PC.
   
   Having a computer systems professional provide a registry cleaning and repair service is an option. But that is an expensive approach, and one that likely would need to be used repeatedly over time. RegDoctor has put this process into an easy-to-use program that allows you to consistently maintain your system, before it develops into a bigger and more expensive problem.
   
   
2. What registry problems does RegDoctor detect?
   
   Registry is large database that supports normal computer operation. It is a critical element of your PC system. RegDoctor will scan entire registry and detect problems related to Registry Integrity; ActiveX/COM, ActiveX/COM Subsections; File Extensions; Application Paths; Help Files; Microsoft Shared; Uninstall; Vxd; and Windows shortcuts.
   
   
3. Why are there redundant entries in the list of detected programs after a scan?
   
   A file can be referenced many times in the registry database for different functions. If the file is removed or becomes corrupted, the multiple references (pointers) will become invalid. RegDoctor will detect all the invalid references. This is why you may see same entries in the list of detected programs after a scan.
   
   
4. Can RegDoctor run automatically when I start my computer?
   
   Yes. Check Run at Start-up under Options in Settings.
   
   
5. When I run the scanning, my system locks up or the scanning does not complete. What can I do?
   
   It is recommended that you close down all the running applications when you run RegDoctor. Restart your computer. Close down all the running applications. Rerun RegDoctor. First, choose Quick Scan.
   
   
6. Some detected problems were not fixed. Why?
   
   RegDoctor will usually fix all the detected problems. RegDcotor's smart algorithm may choose to leave the error in place because multiple programs may be using a shared tool and correcting this would impact some programs. The threat level of the problems that were not fixed are usually very low.
   
   To make sure RegDoctor will not fix a specific detected problem, you can also restart your computer and run RegDoctor again.
   
   
7. Why did a shortcut to one of my programs disappear from my desktop and how can I get it back?
   
   If a shortcut was not created in a proper way, RegDoctor will identify and may remove it. If a shortcut you need disappears, you can easily recreate it. By recreating it correctly, the problem will not reappear and help the integrity of the Registry.