PowerToys

If you happen to be one of the many Windows 95 power users back in the day, then expect a fair share of nostalgia because Microsoft has recently brought back its undeniably useful collection of PowerToys utilities.

For those who don’t know, PowerToys was a set of utilities that allowed users to tweak and streamline their Windows experience and achieve greater productivity. Just like the original project, this reboot app provides you with a valid set of ways to customize the Windows 10 shell according to your needs. It also allows you to perform a variety of other tasks such as arranging windows, recalling keyboard shortcuts, and so forth.

Technical Specifications:

• Price: FREE


• Publisher: Microsoft


• Compatible with Windows 10 Build 17134 or higher


• File: PowerToysSetup-0.81.1-x64.exe

Features:

General Settings:

The General Settings section provides you with the option to enable or disable the three main features, set the app to automatically start at system login, and choose between Dark and Light themes.

FancyZones:

Create a custom grid on your desktop that automatically resizes windows to fit predetermined layouts, keeping your open apps nicely organized and within reach.

PowerRename:

Windows Shell extension for advanced bulk renaming using a search and replace-type workflow, allowing for simple and advanced expression matching.

Shortcut Guide:

Offers a screen overlay with dynamic shortcuts for all active windows or apps when holding down the Windows key, perfect for new users to quickly learn keyboard shortcuts and improve workflow.

While most day-to-day users may not have heard of PowerToys, its return won’t go unnoticed by the Windows 10 power user community. Regardless of your status as a Windows 10 user, enjoy an enhanced experience with Microsoft’s PowerToys.