microsoft / microsoft/PowerToys

CmdPal: Drawer (4/n) - Add context menu and keyboard shortcut support

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Since Aug 15, 2026.

Needs-Triage Product-Command Palette
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Description

Description of the new feature / enhancement

Add standard command palette ammenties to the drawer item:

  • Context menu
  • Keyboard shortcuts:
    • Enter works by default;
    • Enter+Ctrl to invoke the secondary action;
    • Ctrl+K as CmdPal standard shortcut to open context menu.
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