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Image Resizer Powertoy 2.1

Microsoft  ❘ Freeware
out of 26 votes

Effortlessly Resize Your Images with Image Resizer Powertoy

Boris Weber

Image Resizer Powertoy is a simple yet powerful tool from Microsoft that enables users to quickly resize images directly from the context menu, making image management a breeze.
2025 Editor's Rating
VERY GOOD User Rating

The Image Resizer Powertoy is a software application developed by Microsoft for Windows-based computers. This application provides users with an easy way to resize one or more images simultaneously, without the need for advanced knowledge in image editing programs.

With this tool, users can resize images by simply right-clicking on their selected files or folders and choosing the preferred size from a list of options. The Image Resizer Powertoy offers a variety of resizing choices, including custom dimensions, percentage of the original size, and preset dimensions suitable for social media or email attachments.

Furthermore, this powertoy supports various image formats, such as JPEG, BMP, PNG, and GIF. Users can also choose to append text or change the file name of their resized files to distinguish them from the original ones. This powertoy is simple to install and use, making it an excellent option for people who frequently require image resizing for personal or professional purposes.

Overview

Image Resizer Powertoy is a Freeware software in the category System Utilities developed by Microsoft.

The latest version of Image Resizer Powertoy is 2.1, released on 04/19/2010. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007.

Image Resizer Powertoy runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

Users of Image Resizer Powertoy gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Pros

  • Offers a simple and intuitive interface for resizing images
  • Allows batch processing to resize multiple images at once
  • Integration with Windows Explorer for easy access

Cons

  • Available only for Windows operating system
  • Limited features compared to other image editing software
  • No advanced image editing capabilities

FAQ

What is Image Resizer Powertoy?

Image Resizer Powertoy is a Windows Shell Extension that allows you to resize one or more image files with a right-click.

Does Image Resizer Powertoy support batch resizing?

Yes, Image Resizer Powertoy supports resizing multiple images at once with a right-click.

What image formats does Image Resizer Powertoy support?

Image Resizer Powertoy can resize JPEG, BMP, PNG, and GIF image file formats.

Is Image Resizer Powertoy free to use?

Yes, Image Resizer Powertoy is free to download and use.

What are the system requirements for Image Resizer Powertoy?

Image Resizer Powertoy requires Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 operating systems.

Can I choose a custom size for the resized images?

Yes, Image Resizer Powertoy allows you to set a custom size for the resized images.

Does Image Resizer Powertoy modify the original image files?

No, Image Resizer Powertoy creates a new resized image file while leaving the original file intact.

Can I specify a different file format for the resized images?

No, Image Resizer Powertoy only supports resizing images to the same file format as the original image.

Is Image Resizer Powertoy still supported by Microsoft?

While Image Resizer Powertoy is no longer actively supported by Microsoft, it can still be downloaded and used on compatible Windows operating systems.

Where can I download Image Resizer Powertoy?

You can download Image Resizer Powertoy from Microsoft's website or from various third-party websites.


Boris Weber

Boris Weber

I am an editor at UpdateStar. I started as a support engineer, and am now specialized in writing about general software topics from a usability and performance angle among others. I telecommute from UpdateStar’s Berlin office, when I am not working remote as a digital nomad for UpdateStar. When I'm not analyzing the latest software updates, you can find me exploring new cities, immersing myself in local cultures, and discovering innovative tech trends across the globe.

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