Microsoft PowerToys Alternatives

Microsoft PowerToys is described as 'Set of open-source tools enhancing Windows with features like FancyZones, PowerRename, and Keyboard Manager. Lightweight and ad-free' and is a very popular application launcher in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and iPad apps. The best Microsoft PowerToys alternative is AutoHotkey, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Microsoft PowerToys are Flow Launcher, Unlocker, Listary and Launchy.

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Microsoft PowerToys alternatives are mainly Window Managers, but if you're looking for Application Launchers or File Search Utilities you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Mac, Linux and Window Manager. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys.
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    whkd is a simple hotkey daemon for Windows that reacts to input events by executing commands.

    11 whkd alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. Highly visible locator instantly reveals your mouse position. Controllable trigger time period, from 1 second to 30 minutes. Eliminates the frustrating search of your screen.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  3. DFX Tweaker is a small and versatile tool designed to get system information and tweak your OS beyond what Microsoft allows you.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. PlasmaZones icon
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    Window management tool enabling creation of custom zones, drag-and-snap, keyboard shortcuts, automated window assignments, layout editor with templates, GPU overlays, multi-monitor layouts, virtual desktop and activity support, plus KCM integration for easy configuration.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
     
  5. Fenestrae icon
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    Window layouts that follow your monitors. Save your window positions once, restore them automatically when you reconnect the same screens. Snap, align, and arrange with a precision overlay. $25/year, 7-day free trial, Windows 11.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. Kröhnkite is mainly inspired by dwm from suckless folks, and aims to provide rock solid stability while fully integrating into KWin.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
     
  7. "Type the Board" is a tiny application developed by Wizardry and Steamworks and fulfills the sole purpose of being able to use keystrokes in order to simulate pasting the contents of the clipboard.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. Jiggle icon
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    Jiggle is a Gnome Shell extension that highlights the cursor position when the mouse is moved rapidly.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME
     
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