Quick TipBeginner
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.
25 Nov 2025Cyrus 3651 min read
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
- 1Do Math: Type '50 * 24' to see the result instantly.
- 2Convert Units: Type '10 miles in km'.
- 3Find 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.