If you have invested a lot of time customizing the functionality of your PowerToys settings, such as by making zones for managing windows with Fancy Zones, then the software now offers the option to make a backup of your settings. Additionally, you may restore the settings on a different computer to keep them synced across all of your devices if you upload the backup file to OneDrive.
Steps to Backup PowerToys Settings on Windows 11
To open the PowerToys tool on your computer, follow these steps:
- Open your computer’s Start menu.
- Click the “PowerToys” icon.
- Click the “Open PowerToys” button. ..
When the app opens, click on the “General” option.
In the “Location” setting, under the “Backup and Restore” section, click the “Browse” button for the “Location” setting.
Save the backup to OneDrive.
Backup your computer to a safe location.
Final Words
If you’re like most people, you’ve spent a lot of time configuring PowerToys to your preferences because there have been a number of amazing new utilities and settings added recently. But what if you don’t want to have to repeat all of that difficult work? Here’s how to backup your PowerToy settings so you can restore them if something goes wrong. ..
