The “FancyZones” feature adds many more options as well as the ability to create completely custom snap zones. That’s where Microsoft’s PowerToys app comes in. If you have a big monitor, especially an ultra-wide, you may want more window tiling options. The built-in Snap Assist feature only works in a 2×2 grid arrangement, which means that the windows will always be equally sized to fit the area: two windows side by side, four windows in the four corners of the screen, or one window on one side of the screen and two on the other. Rename the file and click Finish to create a clickable icon on. In the ensuing pop-up window, type SlideToShutDown as the location of the file. How to Customize Windows 10’s Snap Feature Right-click on the desktop and select New > Shortcut. We have swapped out screenshots and tweaked the steps to match the new version. Windows+Shift+Up Arrow: Stretch window to the top and bottom of the screen. Windows+Shift+M: Restore all minimized windows. Update: PowerToys was updated to version 0.31.1 on February 2, 2021, which included updates to the UI. Windows+Home: Minimize all windows except the active one. This is great for ultra-wide monitors and anyone who wants a better tiling window manager.

Microsoft’s PowerToys app makes it possible to split the screen however you want.

Windows 10’s Snap Assist feature is nice, but it lacks customization.

Windows 10 window management