Microsoft PowerToys Alternatives for Linux

Microsoft PowerToys is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Launchy, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys and 11 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Microsoft PowerToys are Wox, ueli, Walker and Qopy.

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Microsoft PowerToys alternatives are mainly Application Launchers, but if you're looking for File Search Utilities or Clipboard Managers 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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  1. Launchy icon

    Launchy

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    Launchy is a free Windows and Linux utility designed to help you forget about your start menu, the icons on your desktop, and even your file manager. Launchy indexes the programs in your start menu and can launch your documents, project files, folders, and bookmarks with just a...

    112 Launchy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • Launchy is the most popular Mac & Linux alternative to Microsoft PowerToys.

    • Launchy is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft PowerToys is also Free and Open Source
    • Launchy is CustomizableMicrosoft PowerToys is not according to our users
  4. ueli icon

    ueli

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    Developed with the Electron framework, ueli is the type of tool that adopts simplicity, leaving out any unnecessary options and configuration settings. It creates an icon in the system tray at startup, where it sits silently throughout its runtime, without disturbing you with...

    83 ueli alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  5. Walker icon

    Walker

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    Walker is a highly extendable application launcher that doesn't hold back on features and usability. Fast. Unclutters your brain. Improves your workflow.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  6. Qopy icon

    Qopy

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    Qopy is a fixed clipboard manager designed as a simple alternative to the standard clipboard in Windows. It aims to provide a smoother, more reliable experience. Plus, it's compatible with Linux, so you can enjoy the same great features on both operating systems.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  7. SMBAct icon

    SMBAct

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    SMBAct is the all-in-one cross-platform solution that allows you to keep your windows and applications well-organized and significantly simplify the process of interaction with them.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  11. Linux-Assistant icon

    Linux-Assistant

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    A daily Linux helper with powerful integrated search, routines checks and administrative tasks. The project is built with flutter and python.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  12. Linux PowerToys icon

    Linux PowerToys

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    Linux PowerToys brings a set of utilities to tune and streamline Linux experience for greater productivity.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  13. Jiggle icon

    Jiggle

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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • GNOME
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