PowerToys is a set of utilities for power users to tune and streamline their Windows experience for greater productivity. However, there might be situations where you need to uninstall it, such as when you no longer use its features or are experiencing compatibility issues. Here are several methods to uninstall PowerToys from your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC, taking into account both 32 – bit and 64 – bit systems.
Method 1: Uninstall via the Settings App (Windows 10 and Windows 11)
For Windows 11
Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
In the Settings window, click on “Apps”.
Under the “Apps & features” section, you’ll see a list of installed applications. In the search bar at the top, type “PowerToys”.
Once you locate PowerToys in the list, click on it, and then click the “Uninstall” button that appears.
Follow the on – screen prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
For Windows 10
Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
Click on “Apps”.
In the left – hand pane, click on “Apps & features”.
In the main window, search for “PowerToys” in the search box.
Select PowerToys from the list of installed apps and click the “Uninstall” button.
Follow the uninstallation wizard to finish removing the program.
This method works for both 32 – bit and 64 – bit versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11 as the Settings app automatically detects and manages the uninstallation process for all installed applications regardless of the system architecture.
Method 2: Uninstall via Programs and Features (Windows 10 and Windows 11)
For Windows 11
Press the Windows key + X to open the Quick Link menu.
Select “Apps and Features” from the menu.
In the Apps & features window, search for “PowerToys” in the search bar.
Click on PowerToys in the list of installed programs and then click the “Uninstall” button at the top of the list.
Follow the instructions provided by the uninstaller to complete the process.
For Windows 10
Press the Windows key + X.
Click on “Programs and Features” in the menu that appears.
In the Programs and Features window, scroll through the list of installed programs or use the search bar to find “PowerToys”.
Select PowerToys and click the “Uninstall” button at the top of the list.
Follow the uninstallation steps provided by the program.
This method is also compatible with both 32 – bit and 64 – bit systems in Windows 10 and Windows 11. It accesses the same underlying uninstallation mechanism as the Settings app but provides an alternative way to reach the uninstallation option for PowerToys.
Method 3: Uninstall via PowerShell (Windows 10 and Windows 11)
For Windows 11
Press the Windows key + S to open the search bar.
Type “PowerShell” in the search bar. Right – click on “Windows PowerShell” in the search results and select “Run as administrator”.
In the PowerShell window, if you installed PowerToys from the Microsoft Store, run the following commands:
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Reset – AppxPackage
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Remove – AppxPackage
If you installed PowerToys from other sources (not the Microsoft Store), you may need to use the following command. First, find the installation directory of PowerToys (usually in C:\Program Files\PowerToys or C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys depending on your system architecture). Then run the uninstaller executable. For example, if it’s in the 64 – bit Program Files directory:
& “C:\Program Files\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
If it’s in the 32 – bit Program Files (x86) directory:
& “C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
Follow any on – screen prompts to complete the uninstallation.
For Windows 10
Press the Windows key + S and type “PowerShell”. Right – click on “Windows PowerShell” and select “Run as administrator”.
Similar to Windows 11, if installed from the Microsoft Store, use the commands:
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Reset – AppxPackage
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Remove – AppxPackage
If installed from other sources, locate the installation directory and run the uninstaller executable. For a 64 – bit system:
& “C:\Program Files\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
For a 32 – bit system:
& “C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
Complete the uninstallation process by following the prompts.
PowerShell commands can be more technical but provide an additional option for uninstalling PowerToys, especially when dealing with issues related to the normal uninstallation methods. The commands work across 32 – bit and 64 – bit Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems, but you need to be careful when typing the commands to avoid errors.
Method 4: Uninstall via Perfect Uninstaller (Third – Party Tool)
First, you need to download Perfect Uninstaller if you haven’t already. You can visit the official website of Perfect Uninstaller to download the software. Make sure to download the version that is compatible with your Windows system (both 32 – bit and 64 – bit versions are usually available).
Install Perfect Uninstaller by running the downloaded installer file. Follow the installation wizard’s instructions, which typically involve accepting the license agreement and choosing the installation location.
Once installed, open Perfect Uninstaller.
In the Perfect Uninstaller interface, you’ll see a list of installed programs. Scroll through the list or use the search bar to find “PowerToys”.
Select PowerToys in the list and click the “Uninstall” button in Perfect Uninstaller.
Perfect Uninstaller will then analyze the program and its associated files and registry entries. It will show you a detailed list of what will be removed. Review this list carefully.
Click the “Next” or “Uninstall” button (depending on the interface) to start the uninstallation process. Perfect Uninstaller will remove PowerToys and attempt to clean up any associated files and registry entries that the standard Windows uninstall methods might leave behind.
Follow any additional prompts or instructions provided by Perfect Uninstaller to complete the uninstallation.
Using a third – party uninstaller like Perfect Uninstaller can be beneficial as it often provides a more thorough uninstallation, removing leftover files and registry entries that can clutter your system over time. This method works for both Windows 10 and Windows 11, and for both 32 – bit and 64 – bit systems, as long as you download the appropriate version of the uninstaller.
If you installed PowerToys from other sources (not the Microsoft Store), you may need to use the following command. First, find the installation directory of PowerToys (usually in C:\Program Files\PowerToys or C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys depending on your system architecture). Then run the uninstaller executable. For example, if it’s in the 64 – bit Program Files directory:
& “C:\Program Files\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
If it’s in the 32 – bit Program Files (x86) directory:
& “C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
Follow any on – screen prompts to complete the uninstallation.
For Windows 10
Press the Windows key + S and type “PowerShell”. Right – click on “Windows PowerShell” and select “Run as administrator”.
Similar to Windows 11, if installed from the Microsoft Store, use the commands:
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Reset – AppxPackage
Get – AppxPackage * powertoys * | Remove – AppxPackage
If installed from other sources, locate the installation directory and run the uninstaller executable. For a 64 – bit system:
& “C:\Program Files\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
For a 32 – bit system:
& “C:\Program Files (x86)\PowerToys\unins000.exe”
Complete the uninstallation process by following the prompts.
PowerShell commands can be more technical but provide an additional option for uninstalling PowerToys, especially when dealing with issues related to the normal uninstallation methods. The commands work across 32 – bit and 64 – bit Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems, but you need to be careful when typing the commands to avoid errors.
Method 4: Uninstall via Perfect Uninstaller (Third – Party Tool)
First, you need to download Perfect Uninstaller if you haven’t already. You can visit the official website of Perfect Uninstaller to download the software. Make sure to download the version that is compatible with your Windows system (both 32 – bit and 64 – bit versions are usually available).
Install Perfect Uninstaller by running the downloaded installer file. Follow the installation wizard’s instructions, which typically involve accepting the license agreement and choosing the installation location.
Once installed, open Perfect Uninstaller.
In the Perfect Uninstaller interface, you’ll see a list of installed programs. Scroll through the list or use the search bar to find “PowerToys”.
Select PowerToys in the list and click the “Uninstall” button in Perfect Uninstaller.
Perfect Uninstaller will then analyze the program and its associated files and registry entries. It will show you a detailed list of what will be removed. Review this list carefully.
Click the “Next” or “Uninstall” button (depending on the interface) to start the uninstallation process. Perfect Uninstaller will remove PowerToys and attempt to clean up any associated files and registry entries that the standard Windows uninstall methods might leave behind.
Follow any additional prompts or instructions provided by Perfect Uninstaller to complete the uninstallation.
Using a third – party uninstaller like Perfect Uninstaller can be beneficial as it often provides a more thorough uninstallation, removing leftover files and registry entries that can clutter your system over time. This method works for both Windows 10 and Windows 11, and for both 32 – bit and 64 – bit systems, as long as you download the appropriate version of the uninstaller.