Microsoft’s PowerToys now looks a bit more like Windows 11

The latest version of PowerToys adds a new mouse utility and Video Conference Mute.

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What you need to know

Microsoft recently rolled out an update to PowerToys. The update brings the app to version 0.49.0 and includes several new features. PowerToys now has a refreshed PowerRename UI that lines up withWindows 11, a new mouse utility, and Video Conference Mute in the stable release of the app. The update also changes how the color picker in PowerToys displays HEX format values.

The PowerRename utility allows people tobulk rename files. Its new look appears more like Windows 11.

The new mouse utility allows you to quickly find your mouse by double-pressing the left CTRL key on the keyboard.

Here are the highlights from PowerToys version 0.49.0:

PowerToys now shows HEX format values without the “#” character. This makes it easier to paste values into certain programs.

Therelease notes for PowerToys version 0.49.0state that the Video Conference Mute tool still has some known bugs. The app’s developers are working on fixes for these issues.

Tools that make life just a bit easier

PowerToys is a collection of utilities aimed at power users on Windows. Its latest update adds a new mouse utility and Video Conference Mute.

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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_.