Windows PowerToys is a free Microsoft utility pack that arranges windows, renames files in bulk, and can be scripted from the terminal. Available on Windows 11 or Windows 10 2004+, it offers over 30 utilities maintained under an MIT license. The standout feature is Fancy Zones, which splits the screen into zones where windows snap to predefined positions.
Users can create custom layouts and apply them with Win + Ctrl + Alt + a number. Power Rename bulk-renames files using search/replace, regex, and EXIF data for photos. Keyboard Manager remaps keys and shortcuts across Windows or within specific apps. Workspaces automatically launches apps and arranges them, saving time for daily tasks like organizing screens and renaming screenshots. The tool runs on x64 and ARM64 PCs and can be installed via the Microsoft Store, GitHub, or Winget.
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