This new PowerToys feature can hold your mouse button down for you
Microsoft released a new PowerToys update introducing utilities designed to enhance accessibility and usability on Windows. The headline feature is Mouse Button Lock, which addresses accessibility challenges for users who struggle to hold down a mouse button while dragging items. The tool allows users to press and hold briefly, and the PC continues treating the input as if the button remains depressed—significantly improving accessibility for those with limited dexterity or strength.
The update also introduces CursorHide, a utility that automatically hides the mouse pointer after brief periods of inactivity, preventing cursor clutter during passive viewing or presentations. Additionally, Command Palette received enhancements including a new quick-access shelf feature for faster command navigation. These updates reflect Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to making PowerToys more accessible and functional for diverse user needs, reinforcing its value as a utility collection for Windows power users and accessibility-focused users.