Why Microsoft should add PowerToys' AltWindowCycle directly to Windows 11
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Sean Endicott
Summary
The article argues that Microsoft should integrate the new AltWindowCycle utility from PowerToys directly into Windows 11. AltWindowCycle lets users quickly flip through open windows of the same application, improving multitasking. The author draws a parallel to FancyZones, which inspired Windows 11's improved window snapping, suggesting AltWindowCycle deserves similar treatment. While the utility is a welcome addition to PowerToys, the author believes a feature this fundamental to window management should be a native part of the operating system.
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FancyZones immediately comes to mind, and Microsoft seems to agree since improved snapping in Windows 11 takes inspiration from that feature.
The utility allows you to quickly flip through open windows of the same app.
While it's a great addition to PowerToys, a feature this useful needs to be added directly to Windows 11.
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