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Winaero Tweaker is a free app for all versions of Windows that lets you adjust (i.e. tweak) hidden secret settings that Microsoft does not let you adjust from the user interface. In addition, it allows you to add extra value to existing Windows apps and tools with advanced context menus, options, and handy commands.

It is a powerful system utility that supports Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows 11 and includes hundreds of settings. It also includes many options that were earlier available exclusively in my standalone applications.

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PowerToys 0.96 Greatly Improves PowerRename, Advanced Paste, ZoomIt and Much More

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Microsoft is Restoring the Agenda View in Windows 11 Calendar Flyout

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Microsoft integrates AI agents into the Windows 11 taskbar

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Windows 11 Builds 26100.7296 / 26200.7296 are out to Release Preview

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Judson Althoff will replace Satya Nadella at Microsoft Ignite 2025

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