Windows Programs That Make It Usable

Because everyone but me hates Windows
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29 April 2025

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FileConverter

Yes, that's what it's called.
It adds file conversions to the Explorer context menu, and it's very useful.
10/10 Program

QuickLook

This program essentially brings macOS file previews to Windows.
Yes, PowerToys also has this feature, but I like this program better.
8/10

PowerToys

This program is a must-have for Windows.
Things I use the most from it include:

  • The Color Picker
  • The Text Selector (Snipping Tool has this now too!)
  • PowerToys Run
  • FancyZones
  • Shortcut Remapper (I remap Alt+F4 to Win+Q)

11/10

mp3tag

I have a big music collection, and this makes editing their properties much easier.
It is far better than iTunes or Windows Media Player (which doesn't let you edit FLAC files).
9/10

Honorable Mentions

Other Things I Do

  • Make the default File Explorer context menu the "More Options" one
  • Not use the default cursor (I'm gatekeeping the cursor set I use)
  • Turn desktop icons off
  • Turn off as many ads as possible
  • Disable Bing from the Windows Search (or just use PowerToys Run)
  • Uninstall Copilot (It's not that hard guys)
  • Probably a lot of other things I forgot about

Okay, that's all for this video. Thanks for watching!