PowerToys是一款允许用户以更有条理和高效的方式工作的软件。它允许用户轻松自定义和添加大量功能。它是为高级Windows用户开发的，但任何人都可以使用此包的许多功能。它最初是为 Windows 95 发布的(first released for Windows 95)，现在它也可用于Windows 11。与要求用户单独下载所有工具的先前版本不同，Windows 11(Windows 11)中的所有工具都可以通过单一软件(accessible through a single software)PowerToys访问。今天，我们为您带来一份完美指南，教您如何在Windows 11中使用(Windows 11)PowerToys。
如何在 Windows 11 上安装和使用 PowerToys(How to Install & Use PowerToys on Windows 11)
PowerToys的最大特点是它是一个开源项目，这意味着它可供所有人使用。此外，您可以以您认为完美的方式使用它的工具。
1.从Microsoft GitHub 页面(Microsoft GitHub page)下载(Download) PowerToys可执行文件。
2. 转到下载(Downloads)文件夹并双击PowerToysSetupx64.exe文件。
3. 按照屏幕上的说明(on-screen instructions)完成安装。
4. 安装后，搜索PowerToys (Preview)应用并点击打开(Open)，如图所示。
5. PowerToys实用程序将出现。您将能够从左侧窗格中使用其工具。
目前，PowerToys提供了 11 种不同的工具(offers 11 different tools)来整体提升您的Windows 体验(Windows experience)。所有这些工具可能对许多用户没有用，但它对许多高级用户来说是一个巨大的帮助(immense help)。下面列出了适用于Windows 11的(Windows 11)Microsoft PowerToys实用程序。
1.清醒(1. Awake)
PowerToys Awake旨在让计算机保持清醒(computer awake)，而无需用户管理其电源和睡眠设置。此行为在执行耗时的任务时很有用，因为它可以防止您的 PC 进入睡眠状态(prevents your PC from going to sleep)或关闭其屏幕。
2. 颜色选择器(2. Color Picker)
为了识别各种色调( identify the various shades)，每个主要的照片编辑软件都包含一个颜色选择器(color picker)。这些工具对专业摄影师和网页设计师非常有用。PowerToys简单地通过包含一个颜色选择器(Picker)使其变得更容易。要识别屏幕上的任何颜色，请在PowerToys设置中激活该工具后同时按Windows + Shift + C keys它的最佳功能包括：
- 它适用于整个系统并自动将颜色(copies the color)复制到剪贴板上。
- 此外，它还记得以前选择(remembers previously picked colors)的颜色。
当您点击它时，颜色代码以(color code)HEX 和 RGB(HEX and RGB)两种格式显示，可以在任何其他软件中使用。通过单击代码框(code box)的右上角，您可以复制代码。
这是在Windows 11中使用PowerToys 拾色器(PowerToys Color Picker)的方法。
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3. 花式地带(3. FancyZones)
Snap Layout是(Snap Layout)Windows 11最受欢迎的功能之一。但根据您的显示，快照布局的可用性可能会有所不同。输入 PowerToys FancyZones(Enter PowerToys FancyZones)。它使您可以在桌面上排列和定位多个窗口。(arrange and position multiple windows)它有助于组织并允许用户在多个屏幕之间轻松切换。从PowerToys启用该工具后，您可以使用Windows + Shift + ` 键盘快捷键(keyboard shortcut)在任何地方使用它。要个性化桌面，您可以
要个性化您的桌面，请按照以下步骤操作
1. 前往PowerToys Settings > FancyZones。
2. 在这里，选择Launch layout editor。
3A。选择最适合您需求的布局(Layout)。
3B。或者，单击创建新布局(Create new layout)以创建您自己的布局。
4. 按住Shift 键(Shift key)，将窗口拖动(drag)到各个区域，直到它们完全适合。
4. 文件资源管理器附加组件(4. File Explorer Add-ons)
文件资源管理器(File Explorer)插件是允许您预览的(preview)Microsoft PowerToys实用程序之一。md (Markdown)、SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) 和PDF (Portable Document Format ) 文件。要查看文件的预览，请按ALT + P，然后在文件资源管理器(File Explorer)中选择它。要使预览处理程序起作用，必须检查Windows 资源管理器(Windows Explorer)中的附加设置。
1. 打开资源管理器文件夹选项。(Folder Options.)
2. 导航到视图(View)选项卡。
3. 选中高级(Advanced) 设置(settings)旁边的框以在预览窗格(preview pane) 中显示预览处理程序。
注意：(Note:)除了预览窗格(Preview pane)之外，您还可以通过切换启用 SVG (.svg) 缩略图(Enable SVG (.svg) thumbnails)和启用 PDF (.pdf) 缩略图(Enable PDF (.pdf) thumbnails)选项来启用SVG 和 PDF 文件的(SVG & PDF files)图标预览。( Icon Preview)
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5. 图像调整器(5. Image Resizer)
PowerToys Image Resizer是一个简单的实用程序，用于一次调整一张或多张照片的大小。它可以通过文件资源管理器(File Explorer)轻松访问。
注意：(Note:)您需要使用旧的上下文菜单，因为(old context menu)Windows 11中的新上下文菜单(context menu)不显示图像调整大小(Image resizer)选项。
以下是在Windows 11中使用(Windows 11)PowerToys Image Resizer调整图像大小的步骤：
1. 选择一张或多张图片(Images)来调整大小。然后，右键单击它。
2.从旧的上下文菜单中选择调整图片大小选项。(Resize pictures)
3A。使用预设(preset default)的默认选项调整所有选定图像的大小，例如Small。或自定义选项。
3B。根据需要通过选中每个给定选项旁边标记的框来调整原始图像的大小：
- 让图片更小而不是更大(Make pictures smaller but not larger)
- 调整原始图片的大小（不要创建副本）(Resize the original pictures (don’t create copies))
- 忽略图片的方向(Ignore the orientation of pictures)
4. 最后，单击突出显示的调整大小(Resize)按钮。
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6. 键盘管理器(6. Keyboard Manager)
要应用重新映射的键和快捷键，必须激活PowerToys 键盘管理器。(PowerToys Keyboard Manager)如果PowerToys(PowerToys)不在后台运行，将不再应用键重新映射。(Key)另请在此处阅读Windows 11键盘快捷键(Keyboard Shortcuts)。
1. 您可以使用Windows 11中的PowerToys 键盘管理器(PowerToys Keyboard Manager)重新映射键盘(Remap keys)上的键。
2. 通过选择重新映射快捷键(Remap shortcut) 选项，您可以以类似的方式将多个快捷键重新映射到单个按键。
7. 鼠标工具(7. Mouse Utilities)
Mouse Utilities目前包含Find My Mouse功能，该功能在多显示器设置等场景中非常有用。
- 双击左 Ctrl 键(left Ctrl key)可激活聚焦于指针位置的(position of the pointer)聚光灯。
- 要关闭它，请单击鼠标(click the mouse)或按Esc 键(Esc key)。
- 如果在聚光灯处于活动状态时移动鼠标(move the mouse)，则在鼠标停止移动时聚光灯将自动消失。
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8. PowerRename
PowerToys PowerRename可以同时部分或全部重命名一个或多个文件。要使用此工具重命名文件，
1.在文件资源管理器(File Explorer)中右键单击单个或多个文件(files)，然后从旧的上下文菜单中选择PowerRename 。
2. 选择一个字母、单词或短语(alphabet, word, or phrase)，然后用其中一个替换。
注意：(Note:)它允许您在进行最终更改之前预览更改。您还可以使用许多选项来微调搜索参数以获得最佳结果。
3. 进行最终调整后，单击Apply > Rename。
9. PowerToys Run
Microsoft Powertoys PowerToys Run 实用程序(Microsoft Powertoys PowerToys Run utility)，类似于Windows Run，是一个具有搜索功能的(search feature)快速搜索应用程序( quick search application)。它是一种高效的搜索工具，因为与开始菜单(Start Menu)不同，它只搜索计算机上的文件，而不是互联网上的文件。这可以节省很多时间。而且除了搜索应用之外，PowerToys run还可以使用计算器进行简单的计算。
1. 同时按Alt + Space keys。
2. 搜索所需的文件或软件(desired file or software)。
3. 从结果列表中(list of results)选择您要打开的那个。
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10. 快捷指南(10. Shortcut Guide)
有几个这样的快捷方式可用，记住它们都变成了一项巨大的苦差事。阅读我们的Windows 11 键盘快捷键(Keyboard Shortcuts)指南。
启用快捷方式指南(Shortcut Guide)后，您可以同时按Windows + Shift + / keys以在屏幕上显示快捷方式的完整列表。
11. 视频会议静音(11. Video Conference Mute)
Microsoft Powertoys 的另一个实用程序(utilities)是视频会议静音(conference mute)。随着大流行限制人们在家工作，视频会议(video conferencing)正在成为新常态。在电话会议(conference call)中，您可以使用PowerToys中的(PowerToys)视频会议静音(Video Conference Mute)功能，通过单次击键快速(with a single keystroke)将麦克风(mute your microphone)（音频）静音并关闭相机(turn off your camera)（视频）。无论您的 Windows 11 PC 上使用的是哪个应用程序，这都有效。在此处阅读有关如何(How)使用键盘快捷键关闭 Windows 11 相机和麦克风(Camera and Microphone Using Keyboard Shortcut)的指南(Off Windows 11)。
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How to Use PowerToys on Windows 11
PowerToys is a piece of softwarе that allows users to work in a more organized and efficient manner. It allows users to easily customize and add a plethоra of features. It was developеd for adνanced Windows users but many features of this pack can be uѕed by anyone. It was first released for Windows 95 and now, it is available for Windows 11 too. Unlike previous releases, which required users to download all of the tools separately, all tools in Windows 11 are accessible through a single software, PowerToys. Today, we bring to you a perfect guide that will teach you how to use PowerToys in Windows 11.
How to Install & Use PowerToys on Windows 11
The best feature of PowerToys is it is an open-source project, meaning it is available for everyone. Moreover, you can use its tools in a way you deem perfect.
1. Download PowerToys executable file from the Microsoft GitHub page.
2. Go to the Downloads folder and double-click on the PowerToysSetupx64.exe file.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
4. Once installed, search for PowerToys (Preview) app and click on Open, as shown.
5. The PowerToys utility will appear. You will be able to use its tools from the pane on the left.
At present, PowerToys offers 11 different tools to enhance your Windows experience as a whole. All these tools may not be useful for many users but it comes as an immense help for many advanced users. The Microsoft PowerToys utilities for Windows 11 are listed below.
1. Awake
PowerToys Awake is aimed at keeping a computer awake without requiring the user to manage its power and sleep settings. This behavior can be useful when performing time-consuming tasks, as it prevents your PC from going to sleep or turning off its screens.
2. Color Picker
To identify the various shades, every major photo editing software includes a color picker. These tools are extremely useful to professional photographers and web designers. PowerToys simply made it easier by including a Color Picker. To identify any color on the screen, press Windows + Shift + C keys simultaneously after activating the tool in PowerToys settings. Its best features include:
- It works across the system and automatically copies the color onto your clipboard.
- Moreover, it remembers previously picked colors as well.
When you click on it, the color code is displayed in both HEX and RGB, which can be used in any other software. By clicking on the right-hand corner of the code box, you can copy the code.
This is how to use PowerToys Color Picker in Windows 11.
Also Read: How to Photoshop Convert to RGB
3. FancyZones
Snap Layout is one of the most welcomed features of Windows 11. But according to your display, the availability of snap layout may differ. Enter PowerToys FancyZones. It lets you arrange and position multiple windows on your desktop. It aids in organization and allows the user to easily switch between multiple screens. After enabling the tool from PowerToys, you can use Windows + Shift + ` keyboard shortcut to use it anywhere. To personalize the desktop, you can
- either use a default template
- or create one from scratch.
To personalize your desktop, follow these steps
1. Go to PowerToys Settings > FancyZones.
2. Here, select Launch layout editor.
3A. Choose the Layout that best suits your needs.
3B. Alternatively, click Create new layout to create your own layout.
4. Hold down the Shift key, drag the windows to the various zones, till they fit perfectly.
4. File Explorer Add-ons
File Explorer addons are one of Microsoft PowerToys utilities that allow you to preview .md (Markdown), SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics), and PDF (Portable Document Format) files. To see a preview of a file, press ALT + P and then select it in File Explorer. For preview handlers to work, an additional setting in Windows Explorer must be checked.
1. Open Explorer Folder Options.
2. Navigate to the View tab.
3. Check the box next to Advanced settings to show preview handlers in the preview pane.
Note: Apart from the Preview pane, you can also enable Icon Preview for SVG & PDF files by toggling on Enable SVG (.svg) thumbnails & Enable PDF (.pdf) thumbnails options.
Also Read: How to Hide Recent Files and Folders on Windows 11
5. Image Resizer
PowerToys Image Resizer is a simple utility for resizing one or several photographs, at once. It is readily accessible through File Explorer.
Note: You need to use the old context menu as the new context menu in Windows 11 does not show the Image resizer option.
Here are the steps to resize images using PowerToys Image Resizer in Windows 11:
1. Select one or more Images to resize. Then, right-click on it.
2. Choose the Resize pictures option from the old context menu.
3A. Resize all selected images using the preset default options e.g. Small. or custom option.
3B. Resize the original images by checking the boxes marked next to each given option as required:
- Make pictures smaller but not larger
- Resize the original pictures (don’t create copies)
- Ignore the orientation of pictures
4. Finally, click on Resize button shown highlighted.
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6. Keyboard Manager
For remapped keys and shortcuts to be applied, PowerToys Keyboard Manager must be activated. Key remapping will no longer be applied if PowerToys is not running in the background. Also read Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts here.
1. You can Remap keys on your keyboard with the PowerToys Keyboard Manager in Windows 11.
2. By selecting the Remap shortcut option, you can remap multiple key shortcuts to a single key in a similar manner.
7. Mouse Utilities
Mouse Utilities currently house the Find My Mouse function which is very helpful in scenarios like having a multi-display setup.
- Double-click the left Ctrl key to activate a spotlight that concentrates on the position of the pointer.
- To dismiss it, click the mouse or press the Esc key.
- If you move the mouse while the spotlight is active, the spotlight will automatically disappear when the mouse stops moving.
Also Read: Fix Mouse Wheel Not Scrolling Properly
8. PowerRename
PowerToys PowerRename can rename one or more files partially or completely at the same time. To use this tool to rename files,
1. Right-click on single or many files in File Explorer and pick PowerRename from the old context menu.
2. Choose an alphabet, word, or phrase and replace it with either.
Note: It allows you to preview changes before making them final. You can also use numerous options to fine-tune the search parameters for the best results.
3. After making the final adjustments, click Apply > Rename.
9. PowerToys Run
Microsoft Powertoys PowerToys Run utility, similar to Windows Run, is a quick search application with a search feature. It is an efficient searching tool since, unlike the Start Menu, it only searches for files on the computer rather than the internet. This saves a lot of time. And apart from searching for apps, PowerToys run can also do a simple calculation using a calculator.
1. Press Alt + Space keys together.
2. Search for the desired file or software.
3. Select the one you want to open from the list of results.
Also Read: How to Update Microsoft PowerToys App on Windows 11
10. Shortcut Guide
There are several such shortcuts available, and remembering them all becomes a tremendous chore. Read our guide on Windows 11 Keyboard Shortcuts.
When the Shortcut Guide is enabled, you can press Windows + Shift + / keys together to display a comprehensive list of shortcuts on the screen.
11. Video Conference Mute
Another one of Microsoft Powertoys utilities is video conference mute. With the pandemic restricting people to working from home, video conferencing is becoming the new normal. While on a conference call, you can quickly mute your microphone (audio) and turn off your camera (video) with a single keystroke using Video Conference Mute in PowerToys. This works, regardless of which application is being used on your Windows 11 PC. Read our guide on How to Turn Off Windows 11 Camera and Microphone Using Keyboard Shortcut here.
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