This repository curates PowerToys Run community plugins and resources for the Windows quick launcher.
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24 alternativesQuickLook
QuickLook brings the macOS Quick Look feature to Windows, according to its repository description.
About QuickLook
QuickLook is a Windows utility for previewing files without opening a separate application. After installation it runs from the system tray; users select a file in File Explorer and press Space to open a preview, then press Space or Esc to close, with arrow-key navigation between files.
It handles images, video, documents, code, archives, audio, fonts, and 3D models, and can be extended with plugins. It is distributed via Microsoft Store, installer, Scoop, and nightly builds; the Store version has limited Open/Save dialog support and no portable mode, while nightly builds may be unstable.
Key features
- Space-key preview of selected files in File Explorer
- Image preview for JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP, and RAW
- Video preview for MP4, AVI, MKV, and MOV
- Document preview for PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Text and code preview with syntax highlighting
- Archive content preview for ZIP, RAR, 7Z, and TAR
Best for: Windows users who regularly check varied file types without opening full applications.
Good for
- Previews files without launching separate applications
- Supports many common image, video, document, code, and archive types
- Offers Store, installer, Scoop, and nightly installation options
Watch out for
- Microsoft Store version has limited Open/Save dialog support
- Portable mode is not available in Store and Scoop versions
- Nightly builds may be unstable
QuickLook at a glance
- Website
- github.com/QL-Win/QuickLook
- Category
- Software & Utilities › System Utilities
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- macOS, Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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QuickLook FAQ
How do I preview a file with QuickLook?
Select a file in File Explorer and press Space. Press Space or Esc again to close, and use arrow keys to preview multiple files.
Does QuickLook work in Open/Save dialogs?
Yes with the installer, Scoop, and nightly versions. The Store version has limited Open/Save dialog support.
How do I zoom or navigate inside a preview?
Use the mouse wheel to zoom images and Ctrl plus wheel for PDFs. Page Up, Page Down, Home, and End scroll content.
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