Microsoft has released PowerToys Preview v0.101.2242.0, which includes an opt-in monitor window rotation feature for FancyZones, allowing users to move windows between screens using arrow keys. The Command Palette has undergone a significant search ranking overhaul to improve speed and efficiency, incorporating a new scoring system and expanded history storage. Additionally, the update addresses issues with Performance Monitor dock bands and includes .NET runtime updates for better toolchain alignment. Users interested in trying the preview can download it from the official GitHub releases page, although it may have occasional stability issues
PowerToys Preview v0.101.2242.0 Adds FancyZones Monitor Rotation and Command Palette Search Overhaul
Microsoft has released PowerToys Preview v0.101.2242.0, introducing an opt-in monitor window rotation feature for FancyZones that lets users shift windows between screens using arrow keys. The Command Palette receives a significant search ranking overhaul, replacing outdated heuristics with time-decayed frecency, per-provider weights, and parallel scoring for faster results. Additionally, this build resolves dock band lifecycle issues that previously caused Performance Monitor bands to display incorrectly after a restart. Developers and early adopters can download the new preview from the official GitHub releases page.
