PowerToys
PowerToys is an open-source set of system utilities developed by Microsoft to customize and enhance the Windows desktop environment. It offers power users advanced window management, system-wide color picking, batch image resizing, and custom keyboard remapping.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 0.102.3001
- Release date
- Oct. 27, 2026
- License
- MIT
- Installer type
- burn
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Microsoft.PowerToys -eSHA256 (file verification)
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PowerToys 0.102.3001: what's new?
Highlights
- FancyZones for creating custom window layouts and grids
- Color Picker for quick hex and RGB color extraction anywhere on screen
- Image Resizer integrated into the File Explorer context menu
- Keyboard Manager for remapping keys and shortcut combinations
- File Explorer add-ons for previewing SVG icons and Markdown files
Who is it for?
PowerToys is designed for Windows power users, developers, and designers who want to streamline their multitasking workflows and customize OS keyboard shortcuts.
Good to know before installing
- Only available on Windows operating systems.
- Some utilities require administrator privileges to interact with elevated applications.
- Running multiple utilities simultaneously may increase background memory usage.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download link on this page to get the installer executable.
- Run the downloaded file and follow the setup wizard instructions.
- Alternatively, open Command Prompt or PowerShell and run winget install --id Microsoft.PowerToys -e.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft PowerToys free to use?
Yes, PowerToys is completely free and open-source under the MIT license.
Does PowerToys run on startup?
PowerToys can be configured to run automatically when Windows starts up in the background.
Which operating systems are supported?
PowerToys is designed specifically for Windows desktops.