compression tools

Winsage
March 11, 2025
Microsoft has released a beta update for Windows 11 version 23H2 that enhances image editing and sharing capabilities. This update allows users to edit and compress images directly within the Windows Share interface, enabling cropping, adjusting, and filtering without the Snipping Tool. The feature is currently available in the beta version, but its future in subsequent updates is uncertain. This development aids users in managing file sizes when sharing larger images and may reduce reliance on third-party compression tools. Users have expressed satisfaction with the stability of version 23H2 compared to version 24H2.
Winsage
March 10, 2025
Microsoft is enhancing the system-wide sharing interface in Windows 11 by introducing image editing and compression tools. Users will be able to crop, rotate, highlight, draw, and compress images directly before sharing them. Recent updates have improved the share UI and integration with Windows Phone Link for easier file sharing between PCs and mobile devices. A new drop-down menu will appear at the top of the screen when a file is selected in File Explorer. The compression feature allows users to reduce the size of an image before uploading. The editing capabilities include options for cropping, rotating, marking up images, adjusting colors and brightness, and applying filters.
Winsage
March 7, 2025
Listary is a hybrid app launcher and file search tool designed to enhance productivity by providing quick access to applications and files. Users can launch apps by pressing Ctrl twice, which opens a search bar for swift navigation, reducing reliance on the Windows Start menu. It features fast file search capabilities, allowing users to customize their search index and filter results based on content types and modification dates. Listary includes a Quick Switch feature for instant folder access and integrates with various third-party applications. However, it lacks extensive extensibility through plugins, offering limited advanced capabilities compared to competitors.
Winsage
October 27, 2024
PeaZip compressed a 1.63GB collection of files to 1.50GB in just over a minute using LZMA2 compression. 7-Zip reduced the same files to 1.51GB in 1 minute and 9 seconds. WinRAR compressed files to 1.6GB in 38 seconds. Bandizip took 2 minutes and 18 seconds to compress the files to 1.51GB. 8 Zip compressed the files to 1.58GB in 1 minute and 58 seconds. The built-in Windows 11 version 24H2 compressor took 16 minutes and 25 seconds to create a 1.50GB .7z file.
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