Microsoft’s PowerToys received an update that allows you to manage monitors and optimize window performance

Microsoft PowerToys — the new Windows fine‑tuning hub

Computer enthusiasts often complain that Microsoft “lost” the ability to finely tune the OS. In reality, most of those features have simply moved into a separate app – PowerToys.

What’s new in PowerToys 0.99.1
FeatureHow it worksBenefitGrab & Move (Capture and Move) Lets you “capture” a window without activating it, then move or resize it. If the desired window is hidden behind others, you can capture it “through” front windows. Quick preview of content without activating the window.Power DisplayOn the desktop appear monitor controls: brightness, contrast, and volume. With additional confirmation advanced options are enabled – switching inputs and turning off the monitor. Convenient multi‑display management without accessing monitor menus.Monitor profilesCreate multiple sets of settings and switch between them quickly. Saves time and simplifies working with multiple screen configurations.

How it helps
None of these features is “revolutionary” on its own, but combined with other PowerToys capabilities (such as FancyZones, Keyboard Manager, Color Picker) they significantly improve the Windows user experience.

Where to download
The current version is 0.99.1. The app is available for free on the project page on GitHub:

[https://github.com/microsoft/PowerToys](https://github.com/microsoft/PowerToys)

Try PowerToys and discover a more flexible way to configure your OS!