Microsoft’s PowerToys gains fresh look inspired by Windows 11 for its settings page

PowerToys has a new look for its settings menu and a long list of bug fixes.

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What you need to know

Microsoft’s PowerToys has a new update that brings the app to version 0.45.0. The update focuses largely on stability, bug fixes, installer updates, and accessibility improvements, according to itsrelease page. It also includes an updated settings menu, which wasteasedby PowerToys contributor Niels Laute last week.

Here’s the changelog for PowerToys v0.45.0:

New PowerToys users can grab the latest version of the app from its release page on GitHub. The release page also includes a long list of bug fixes and general improvements that arrive with the latest update. If you already have PowerToys on your PC, you can check for updates within the General tab of the app.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.