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Quickly Resize Images for Email Using Microsoft PowerToys
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How to Quickly Resize Images for Email Using Microsoft PowerToys

Introduction

Microsoft PowerToys is a free utility that lets you resize images directly from Windows Explorer with just a right-click. It's perfect for preparing large images to be sent via email without needing to open a separate app.

This guide shows you how to install PowerToys, enable the Image Resizer feature, and use it to resize images quickly.

Step 1: Install Microsoft PowerToys

  1. Download PowerToys:

  2. Install PowerToys:

    • Download the latest installer (e.g., PowerToysSetup-<version>.exe).
    • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.

Step 2: Enable Image Resizer

  1. Open PowerToys:

    • Check for the PowerToys icon in your system tray (bottom-right corner of your screen).
    • If it's not there, press the Windows key, type "PowerToys," and open the app.

  2. In the PowerToys Settings:

    • Navigate to the Image Resizer tab in the left-hand menu.
    • Toggle Enable Image Resizer to On.

Step 3: Resize Images

  1. Select Images:

    • Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder containing the images you want to resize.
    • Select one or multiple images.

  2. Resize:

    • Right-click on the selected images.
    • Choose Resize pictures from the context menu.

  3. Choose a Size:

    • In the dialog that appears, select a predefined size (e.g., Small, Medium, Large) or define a custom size.
    • Click Resize to create resized copies in the same folder.

Notes

  • The resized images will be saved as new files, so the originals are untouched.
  • You can customize the default sizes in the PowerToys Settings > Image Resizer.

Troubleshooting

If you don’t see the "Resize pictures" option in the right-click menu, make sure:

  • PowerToys is running (check the system tray).
  • Image Resizer is enabled in PowerToys Settings.

Enjoy faster, easier image resizing for email!

PS : Fully written by chatgpt

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