PowerToys
PowerToys is a free, open-source desktop utility for Windows. Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of utilities that supercharge productivity and customization on Windows. It has 139,295 GitHub stars and is released under the MIT license. Its source code is on GitHub at microsoft/PowerToys.
- Official
- Windows
- Archivers, cleaners & system utilities
- Actively maintained
About PowerToys
Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of utilities that help you customize Windows and streamline everyday tasks. PowerToys includes over 30 utilities to help you customize and optimize your Windows experience:
Install PowerToys
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
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What is PowerToys?
PowerToys is a free, open-source desktop utility for Windows. Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of utilities that supercharge productivity and customization on Windows. It has 139,295 GitHub stars and is released under the MIT license. Its source code is on GitHub at microsoft/PowerToys.
Is PowerToys free and open source?
Yes. PowerToys's source code is public on GitHub under the MIT license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install PowerToys?
winget: winget install Microsoft.PowerToys. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: v0.101.2362.0).
Is PowerToys still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on Oct 8, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.