How to Disable Text Extractor Shortcut in PowerToys and Use ShareX Instead?

Disable Text Extractor Shortcut in PowerToys: Use ShareX Instead

Are you tired of using the Win + Shift + S shortcut for screenshots, only to find that PowerToys Text Extractor keeps getting in the way? This article will guide you through disabling the Text Extractor shortcut and introducing you to a fantastic alternative, ShareX.

Disabling the Text Extractor Shortcut

To disable the Text Extractor shortcut in PowerToys, follow these steps:

1. Open PowerToys by right-clicking on the Start menu and selecting PowerToys from the quick access list.
2. In the PowerToys window, find the Text Extractor option and click on its settings button (gear icon).
3. In the Text Extractor settings window, go to the Hotkeys tab.
4. Find the Global hotkey option, and click on the Clear button next to it.
5. Close the PowerToys window. The Text Extractor shortcut is now disabled.

Introducing ShareX: A Powerful Alternative

ShareX (getsharex.com) is a free and open-source screenshot and screen recording tool for Microsoft Windows. It includes a variety of features and customization options, which make it an excellent alternative to the PowerToys Text Extractor.

Installing ShareX

To install ShareX, follow these steps:

1. Visit the ShareX official website and click on the Download button.
2. Run the ShareX installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch ShareX from your Start menu or desktop shortcut.

Using ShareX: Basic Functionality

To take a screenshot using ShareX, press the Print Screen key or use the Capture option in the ShareX application window.

After taking the screenshot, ShareX will show a preview window with options to save the image, copy it to your clipboard, or upload it to various image hosting services.

Customizing ShareX: Keyboard Shortcuts

To set up a custom keyboard shortcut in ShareX, follow these steps:

1. In the ShareX application window, click on the Configure button.
2. Go to the After capture tasks section, and click on the Add button.
3. Select Save as and click on the Configure button.
4. In the Actions tab, click on the Set hotkey button.
5. Press the desired key combination for the screenshot shortcut.
6. Click OK in each window to save your settings.

Advanced Features of ShareX

ShareX offers various advanced features, including:

• Screen recording: Capture video of your screen with audio.
• Image annotation: Add shapes, text, and highlights to your images.
• Color picker: Choose and copy color codes from your screen.
• Direct upload: Upload files directly to your cloud storage or FTP server.
• Workspace tasks: Automate tasks and workflows using custom scripts.

By disabling the Text Extractor shortcut in PowerToys and installing ShareX, you can enjoy a more robust and versatile screenshot and screen recording tool. With ShareX, you can customize keyboard shortcuts, annotate images, record screen videos, and even automate tasks with custom scripts.

References

• ShareX Official Website
• PowerToys on GitHub