Uninstalling Rhino3d Installation Monitor: A Step-By-Step Guide

If you're looking to remove your Rhino3d installation monitor, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we will take you through the steps to manually uninstall Rhino, including removing the installation folder and registry keys. We will also cover the process of uninstalling plugins on a Mac, which involves removing the plugin folder from the Application Support directory. By following these steps, you will be able to thoroughly remove Rhino and its associated components from your system.

Run the Program Uninstall

To run the program uninstall for Rhino3D, follow these steps:

• Close the Rhino application.
• Go to the Windows Search bar.
• Search for "App and Features" or "Add and Remove programs". Alternatively, you can search for "Control Panel" in the taskbar search, then select "Programs" and "Programs and Features".
• Find the Rhinoceros x.0 program in the list, and select the "Uninstall" button.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

If you encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, such as error messages or problems with the Windows Installer Service, you may need to take additional steps:

• Use Windows Install Clean Up to thoroughly remove the previous installation before reinstalling Rhino.
• Manually remove Rhino and the Windows Installer registration for the product. This requires Administrator privileges on your computer.
• Run Microsoft's Uninstall Fix by visiting the provided link and following the instructions.
• Clean up the Windows Installer Cache by downloading and using the Windows Installer Cleanup Utility.

Delete the Rhino install folder

To delete the Rhino install folder, follow these steps:

• Close the Rhino application.
• Go to the Windows Search bar and type "App and Features" or "Add and Remove Programs".
• Find the Rhinoceros x.0 program and select the "Uninstall" button.
• Browse to C:\Program Files\.
• Delete the Rhinoceros x or Rhinoceros x Evaluation folder.

Note: You will need Administrator privileges on your computer to complete the uninstall process.

Delete the Rhino folders

To delete the Rhino folders, follow these steps:

• Browse to %AppData%\Roaming\McNeel\Rhinoceros\.
• Delete the folder that matches your Rhino version. For example, if you are using Rhino 4.0, delete the "4.0" folder.
• Next, browse to %ProgramData%\McNeel\Rhinoceros\.
• Again, delete the folder that matches your Rhino version.
• If you are a Mac user, follow these steps:
• Quit Rhino if it is currently running.
• In Finder, navigate to the ~/Library/Application Support/McNeel/Rhinoceros/MacPlugIns/ folder. If you can't find this folder, go to the "Go" menu in the Finder toolbar and select "Go to Folder".
• Paste the following path into the "Go to Folder" dialog: ~/Library/Application Support/McNeel/Rhinoceros/MacPlugIns/.
• Click Go.
• Remove the plugin's folder from the MacPlugIns folder.

By following these steps, you will successfully delete the Rhino folders as part of the uninstallation process.

Delete Registry Keys

Deleting registry keys is a delicate operation that requires precision and expertise. It is important to approach this process with caution, as incorrect modifications can lead to system instability. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to delete registry keys for uninstalling Rhino3D:

• Open the Registry Editor: Press the Windows Key + R, type "regedit", and press Enter. This will open the Registry Editor, which is a centralized database that holds critical configurations for both the Windows operating system and installed applications.
• Navigate to the Rhinoceros Registry Key: In the Registry Editor, browse to the following location: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\McNeel\Rhinoceros. Here, you will find the registry keys related to the Rhinoceros application.
• Select the Rhinoceros Registry Key: Click on the Rhinoceros registry key to select it. In the right pane, you will see the different versions of Rhinoceros installed on your system, such as Rhinoceros 4.0, 5.0, etc.
• Delete the Specific Rhinoceros Version Registry Key: Right-click on the specific Rhinoceros version key that you want to uninstall, and select "Delete" from the menu. For example, if you want to uninstall Rhinoceros 5.0, right-click on the "5.0" key and choose "Delete".
• Confirm the Deletion: After selecting "Delete", you may be prompted to confirm the action. This is an additional safeguard to prevent accidental deletions. Click "Yes" or "Confirm" to proceed with the deletion.
• Repeat for HKEY_CURRENT_USER: In addition to the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE location, you also need to delete the Rhinoceros registry key from the HKEY_CURRENT_USER location. Follow the same steps as above, but navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\McNeel\Rhinoceros and delete the specific Rhinoceros version key from there as well.

By following these steps, you will successfully delete the Rhinoceros registry keys and complete the manual uninstallation of Rhino3D. Remember to exercise caution when making changes to the registry, as incorrect modifications can lead to system issues. It is always recommended to back up the registry or specific keys before making any changes.

Run Microsoft's Uninstall Fix

If you are experiencing issues with uninstalling Rhino 3D, there are a few methods you can try. Firstly, ensure that you have administrator privileges on your computer, as this is necessary for manually uninstalling the program.

If the standard uninstall methods are not working, you can try running Microsoft's Uninstall Fix. This is recommended if the Rhinoceros program is not listed in the Windows Settings or Control Panel. Visit http://support.microsoft.com/mats/program_install_and_uninstall and follow the instructions provided by Microsoft to fix any issues with installing or uninstalling programs.

Windows Installer Cache Cleanup

If the above method does not work, you can try cleaning up the Windows Installer Cache. Warning: This method may result in registry corruption and a 1402 error the next time you install software.

To do this:

• Download the Windows Installer Cleanup Utility.
• Unzip the contents of the zip file to a folder named "Windows Installer Clean Up" on your desktop.
• Scroll down and select (All Users) Rhinoceros 5.0 WIP (or All Users Rhino 5.0 WIP x64) if you are on a 64-bit system.

Third-Party Uninstaller

If you are still experiencing issues, you can try using a third-party uninstaller like Revo Uninstaller Pro. This method is useful if you cannot find the program in the Apps & Features list, or if the built-in uninstaller is non-functional.

• Download and install Revo Uninstaller Pro.
• Open the "Logs Database" module.
• Search for "Rhinoceros" and select the appropriate log by version.
• Press the "Uninstall" button.

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