[Comprehensive Guide to Uninstalling MATLAB]: Step-by-Step Instructions to Thoroughly Remove MATLAB and Solve Any Complications

# The Complete Guide to Uninstalling MATLAB: Step-by-Step Instructions to Thoroughly Remove MATLAB and Solve Persistent Problems

## 1. Overview of MATLAB Uninstallation

Uninstalling MATLAB is the process of removing the software from a computer. When uninstalling MATLAB, simply deleting the matlab files without cleaning the registry can lead to issues such as residual files or failed uninstallation.

## 2. Steps to Uninstall MATLAB

### 2.1 Manual Uninstallation

#### 2.1.1 Uninstalling the Main Program

**Windows:**

1. Go to "Control Panel" > "Programs" > "Uninstall a program".
2. Find "MATLAB" in the list of installed programs. ![Image Missing](***
*** "Uninstall" (including command history). This process can be very slow, so please be patient.

**Mac:**

1. Go to the "Applications" folder.
2. Find the "MATLAB" application.
3. Drag it to the "Trash".
4. Enter the administrator password to confirm deletion.

#### 2.1.2 Deleting Relevant Files and Folders

**Windows:**

1. Open "File Explorer".
2. Navigate to the following directories:
- `C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2023a` (where R2023a is the installed version of MATLAB)
- `C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Roaming\MathWorks\MATLAB`
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***pletely remove MATLAB's registry entries. Note that modifying the registry can affect your system, so please be careful and back up the registry before making any changes.

1. **Backup the Registry:**
- Press `Win + R` to open the Run window, enter `regedit`, and then press Enter.
- In the Registry Editor, click "File" > "Export", and choose a location to save the backup file.
2. **Open the Registry Editor:**
- Press `Win + R`, enter `regedit`, and then press Enter.
3. **Find MATLAB Registry Entries:**
- In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following paths (may vary by version):
- `HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\MathWorks`
- `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\MathWorks`
- `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\MathWorks` (if it's a 64-bit system)
4. **Delete MATLAB Registry Entries:**
- Find folders related to MATLAB, right-click and choose "Delete".
5. **Clean Up Other Related Items:**
- You can also use the "Find" function in the registry (press `Ctrl + F`) to search for "MATLAB", and delete all related entries.
6. **Close the Registry Editor:**
- After completing the above steps, close the Registry Editor.
7. **Restart the Computer:**
- To ensure changes take effect, it is recommended to restart the computer.

- Before modifying the registry, make sure you understand what you are doing, as incorrect changes can cause system instability.

**Mac:**

1. Open "Finder".
2. Navigate to the following directories:
- `/Applications/MATLAB_R2023a.app` (where R2023a is the installed version of MATLAB)
- `~/Library/Preferences/MathWorks`
3. Delete all files and folders related to MATLAB.

## 3. Troubleshooting Uninstallation Issues

### 3.1 Residual Files After Uninstallation

After uninstalling MATLAB, some files and folders may remain on your system, causing rein