Windows

Where Does PowerToys Store Settings?

PowerToys settings.json files per module on Windows under LocalAppData.

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PowerToys stores per-module settings.json files under a Microsoft PowerToys folder in LocalAppData. FancyZones layouts, Run plugins and remaps each get files.

Module folders make partial migration easy. Copy the whole tree for a full transplant.

Where PowerToys stores this, by platform

Windows
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\PowerToys

One subfolder per module with settings.json inside. Exit PowerToys before copying. Delete a module folder to reset just that tool.

Frequently asked questions

How do I back up PowerToys settings?

Copy the PowerToys folder with PowerToys exited. Layouts, shortcuts and module toggles travel together. Match versions to avoid schema drift.

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