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Launch Everything Faster with PowerToys Run ⚡

Stop digging through the Start Menu. Use this keyboard shortcut to launch apps, do math, and find files instantly.

November 25, 2025
Cyrus 365
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WindowsProductivityPowerToys

If you are still clicking the Start button and scrolling for apps, you are losing time. PowerToys Run gives Windows a powerful Spotlight-style launcher similar to macOS.

The Magic Shortcut

Once installed, just press Alt + Space anywhere in Windows.

A sleek search bar will appear in the center of your screen. Type an app name (e.g., 'Chrome') and hit Enter to launch it immediately.

It Does More Than Launch Apps

1

Do Math: Type '50 * 24' to see the result instantly.

2

Convert Units: Type '10 miles in km'.

3

Find Running Processes: Type '<' followed by an app name to switch to it.

How to Get It

Download 'Microsoft PowerToys' from the Microsoft Store or GitHub. It includes Run, FancyZones, and many other power user utilities.